Signet Ring: How to choose and wear it?

What you need to know about the signet ring:

The history of the signet ring:

Historically, we have found the signet ring since the Middle Ages. In fact, it was used to show the coats of arms of noble families.

The symbols and traditions surrounding signet rings are numerous. This is what makes this jewel special even today.

Social rank, position within siblings, country, governed the rules for wearing a signet ring in the old days. More than just a piece of jewelry, its surface engraved with coats of arms served as a seal to sign and accompany documents.

How to wear your signet ring?

The elders of their family traditionally place their men's signet ring on the left ring finger, on the same finger as the wedding ring. It is entirely possible to wear it on the right ring finger to avoid accumulation of signet ring – wedding ring on the same finger.

Cadets, juniors and women wear their signet ring on the right little finger although the little finger may also be possible, particularly for practical reasons.

Formerly a sign of power, it is possible to wear your signet ring on your index finger.

It is possible to orient your signet ring in a kiss-hand direction, that is to say facing your nail, if you are not in a committed relationship. It is possible to move in the opposite direction if you are in a committed relationship. These rules are of course only indicative since your choice of meaning will be based on your personal aesthetic preference.

Signet ring: with or without stone?

In the past, signet rings were in the vast majority of cases only made of 750 thousandth gold.

Today there is a wide variety of signet rings as well for men and women, composed of precious metal to which is added a precious or fine stone. Sometimes we even find enamel.

Depending on your desires and your personality, you will find on 58 Facettes A large selection of signet rings with or without stone, in yellow, white or pink gold or even platinum.

It will then be entirely possible to personalize your signet ring, by having it engraved for example.