signet rings

Wax-pressing jewelry pieces

A signet ring bears an engraved emblem, monogram, or coat of arms on its flat face, traditionally used to press a wax seal authenticating documents.

The design appears in reverse on the ring so it reads correctly when stamped.

Once marks of aristocratic or official authority, signet rings now serve largely as family heirlooms or decorative jewelry: He wore his grandfather's signet ring.

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G