Material Choice

Signet rings are set with the widest variety of stone types. The most frequently used stones are shown below. Over the last few years we have noticed that ladies in particular tend to opt for something different to the traditional choice of stone. Consequently, we now regularly supply rings set with an Almandine (type of garnet), a Sapphire (blue and yellow), a Topaz (blue), an Aquamarine or a Citrine.

We advise against signet rings manufactured of silver as it is a very soft metal and considerably reduces the lifespan of a ring. 

Signet Stones

Signet rings are set with the widest variety of stone types. The most frequently used stones are shown below. Over the last few years we have noticed that ladies in particular tend to opt for something different to the traditional choice of stone. Consequently we now regularly supply rings set with an Almandine (type of garnet), a Sapphire (blue and yellow), a Topaz (blue), an Aquamarine or a Citrine.

	This is the popular blue layered stone, available in six shades of blue. The underside of the stone is always black, affording fine contrast between the upper layer and lower layer when the stone is engraved.
This is one of the most beautiful seal stones available for engraving which always guarantees a pleasing contrast between the upper and lower layers.
	Identical to the red layered and the blue layered stones. The stone is available in different colours.
A beautiful stone usually deep brown in colour and perfect for engraving. This stone does not readily lend itself to contrast and so the engraving is less visible.
	Onyx is always black and therefore very widely known and recognised. The stone is very popular and is frequently used.
A royal stone of a highly distinct nature due to its characteristic blue colour mixed with pyrite grains. It is however more suitable for engraving without the pyrite and is costlier than the usual engraving stones.
	This was one of the first stones to be used for engraving. The red flecks are characteristic of this stone. In England it is commonly known as bloodstone. The stone is also available without red and is especially popular with men.