Hell yeah you should. I let my girlfriend draw up a monogram for me and it’s currently being engraved. I have an onyx one that I have worn the past two years, but I wanted to level up.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

That's extra cool that your girlfriend is playing a role in the creation of your ring!

@Revelation1316

4 ай бұрын

OMG, you simp😱 You miss the point of the signet ring, Brah.

I wear one. When I was a kid I was frequently brought around my grandfather and his friends in a certain part of Copenhagen. They sat around bars lying about their lives and told wild stories. They were larger than life to me. They also wore a lot of gold jewelry while not necessarily having a lot of money. As a kid I loved the look, which got me started getting in to jewelry. My parents were working class/lower middle class, so they couldn’t afford big gold pieces. They gave me a silver chain when I was 12, which I slowly expanded to a ring and bracelet. Many years later when I started making decent money, I upgraded everything to gold. Remembering my grandfathers ring I had something similair made: a gold ring with a black onyx and four small rubys around the sides. One of the best purchases I ever made, and it gives me a chance to keep my grandfathers memory alive when I tell the story when people ask about it.

@andreoka

3 ай бұрын

That rings sounds beautiful and something similar id go for, is there any chance i could see it?

I can understand your mixed feelings on the signet ring. As a…let’s say “more distinguished gentleman” (I’m 56), I now wear a one, but not a family crest, rather my company logo, given as a recognition for 20 years of service to the company. I wear it with pride and a feeling of accomplishment for many years of hard work. I also admire you wearing your grandfather’s watch. I have my grandfather’s presentation watch, of which he was very proud and wore every day, up to and including the day he died. I have more expensive watches, but none more valuable to me. I say as long as a signet ring is meaningful to you in some way, it is neither ostentatious nor ever inappropriate. Wear it with pride.

As always. Really good vid. Your doubts about wearing one,resonated with me. You basically make a really good argument for not wearing one. Especially wearing it solely as a fashion statement.

You aren't too young. Find something meaningful to you and wear it. I received a gold tigers eye ring from my grandfather after he passed away when I was 10 years old. I started wearing it in my mid 20s and I've worn it every day since. I get compliments on it every single day (no exaggeration) and I've had countless people approach me out of the blue and ask me about it. I recommend you find something meaningful and high quality and wear it with pride.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Hi Carlos, thanks for your comment! That sounds like a beautiful ring. As I mentioned, I wear my great-grandfather's watch, and that also gives me a great sense of pride (and attracts compliments). I'm sure I will wear a signet ring when the opportunity for the right one comes along

@Revelation1316

4 ай бұрын

Fidning a quality ring can be difficult. I recommend used. Unless you have the means. But you will have to come up with 2200 GBP for a serious tailored signet ring by a British firm.

@chadbailey7038

3 ай бұрын

I saw a tigers eye jewel in my high school ring order-book and I remember it to this day! What a great ring. Your grandfather had amazing taste 😎

I had a signet ring for my 21st. With my initials, wore it all the time for a decade. Tend to only wear it for special occasions now, but you have inspired me to wear it more. I would get one to commemorate a special occasion, your 30th or as an engagement present, or something similar.

Hey there, as a heraldry nerd, I'd like to clarify something, not for the sake of being a silly internet pedant but so you guys know that you have more signet options than you may already know. A crest (the bit that goes above the helmet) and arms (the bit displayed on the shield) are different. Some signets feature the crest alone (00:29 or 1:18), some the arms alone (1:03), some both (1:29). Some also use a badge (see King Charles' ring featuring the ostrich feather badge @ 00:51). Badges are a symbol that's not part of one's coat of arms and could historically be adopted and discarded at will. All three are considered fair game/good form for a signet heraldically speaking so if you're having something made it's something to consider - you have some options (badge, crest, arms, arms + crest). It's good to know and understand all your options so you can make a choice that best suits you. Thank you for posting so many examples so they can all be seen in the video. The only thing I'd urge against is bucket shop heraldry - essentially using someone else's arms because you have the same last name. This is considered poor form. PS: If you'd like to learn more about heraldry, the Heraldry Society's beginner's guide (link below) is a great place to start. There's a really active subreddit for it as well. www.theheraldrysociety.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Heraldry-For-Beginners.pdf

@TheXabl0

3 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks for the info. Very informative.

@silasmoser301

2 ай бұрын

@@TheXabl0 Welcome!

@robertsandoval4484

29 күн бұрын

Any thoughts on a modern signet ring with the charge(s), rather than the crest, arms, or both represented? Is that poor form?

@silasmoser301

25 күн бұрын

@@robertsandoval4484 Sounds great. Have fun!

Although like you Z, I am not from money but at 36, I am a commissioned officer and financially independent. I will create a signet ring to both remember my father and express my ambition for the future.

Great video! I am currently designing a crest/monogram for my signet ring and plan to have one made in the somewhat near future. It’s been a struggle finding a “blank” ring I like to have engraved.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Good luck with that! And let me know which one you end up choosing! Maybe it will inspire when I come to get my own ring made

@LB-kr5ku

5 ай бұрын

@@Gent.Z Thanks. I have my wife helping me find a suitable ring/engraver, so we’ll see what turns up.

I first started considering a signet ring after seeing Thomas Shelby. And I’ve seen it worn casually in a thin or smaller scale and I love the juxtaposition of a casual outfit, tattoos and a pinky ring. So striking! ⚡️

People think that just because there is a crest associated with their last name that means it applies to all people who share that surname. It doesn’t. Most often it only applies to the person it was originally issued to and sometimes their direct descendants. In essence you’re usually wearing something that belongs to another family. That said, great video and you’re putting out great content.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

That's a good point you make! There's definitely more research to be done than a Google search if you really want to find your family's crest. Thanks, I'm glad you're enjoying it!

@devanhie

4 ай бұрын

Coat of Arms are more specific to the person.

I do plan on wearing one at some point. I just turned 30 and as I'm getting older my sense of style is changing. Every day I feel my fashion sense moving away from graphic t shirts and moving closer to dressing to impress whenever I have a reason to leave the house.

My signet ring is an ancient Roman one which I restored myself. It meant a lot to somebody 2,000 years ago and it is mine now as I go through life with my challenges.

I wear a unique ring on my left hand middle finger. It’s not a classic ‘signet ring’ by any means but it’s a unique silver design with an amber stone in the middle. It has a middle Easter vibe and whenever i am writing something or signing something (I am also left handed) it always gets interesting comments and is actually a nice ice-breaker in that regard!

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

That sounds beautiful! I am all for the wearing of non traditional signet rings and indeed wearing them however you like!

Nice video! In my opinion, if you already have a family crest and take pride in it, consider getting a ring-age doesn't matter. If you're proud of your family and contribute to its well-being, I believe you deserve a signet ring with the family crest. I currently have a signet ring with a stone inlay for my middle finger. However, I plan to have a signet ring made with a family crest after I get married. For me, this represents the status of being a husband and taking care of the family. I think everyone deserves a family crest signet ring when they assume the responsibility of caring for their family.

I wear one because my family's had a coat of arms and accompanying motto for 6 generations (as far as the family tree shows). It got passed down to me by my father from his great grandfather.

Absolutely brilliant perspective!!!

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Thank you, Devin! It was your comment regarding signet rings a few weeks ago that got me thinking and inspired me to make this video

@devindemond1972

5 ай бұрын

@@Gent.Zhow fabulous! It was a pleasure interacting with you! Thank you for expanding upon the subject with more insight! I definitely see you wearing a signet in the near future! It’s definitely part of a gentleman’s accoutrements in spite of lineage..in my humble opinion.🥂✨

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

The pleasure is all mine! And whenever I do get to it, I look forward to sharing the process of getting my signet ring with you on the channel!@@devindemond1972

@devindemond1972

5 ай бұрын

@@Gent.Z wonderful! I look forward to it!!

I wear one. I am 64 and a direct descendant of George Calvert,Lord Baltimore therefore the Calvert crest. Also wear the Calvert crest lapel pin.

Indeed, I adorn a silver Signet ring, elegantly engraved with both my family's esteemed legacy and the distinguished name of our business, 'Grey'.

Chose my initials plus a design. Ring for ring finger right hand (not pinky). Chose cushion shape. Love it. My family knows it as my ring.

I had a signet ring made with the family crest when I was in my 60's. I like it and it's not so much in your face even though it's solid gold. I don't know why but I don't wear it that often. However, I do like wearing my college fraternity ring on my right ring finger. Maybe it reminds me of my younger days.

Do I wear one? Yes. Why? Because I’ve always been interested heraldry and though I don’t come from any kind of aristocracy/nobility since I live in the United States, I still believe having a symbol or “crest“ is important to give your family distinction and a sense of pride in your family. I designed the crest for my family similar to how it’s done in the old world - parts from the family of each person who’s getting married and creating a union, therefore having a crest representing both sides. Since I have daughters, I won’t necessarily have anyone to pass my ring down to because typically it would be melted down anyway as in the old ways, the son wouldn’t have the exact ring as the father anyway but would have the family crest with a certain distinction to set them apart since they are not one of the parents, but will show elements as part of the family. I use my ring to seal cards/notes to family members because I like the aesthetic and something showing where it came from that’s unique. I am not what I would consider “Rich“ but I have achieved and still achieving levels of success I feel give reason to have a signal ring as well as it being sort of “signature” around with me at all times. Though people live in the United States, don’t need to have this kind of things, I believe in a lot of the old ways, and I believe in embracing them and using them in a modern way to show the value/importance of the old ways and caring them into the future.

Got one for my 25th birthday engraved with my initials. I wear it almost everyday.Had same thoughts of being too young to own. But, why wait when i can wear one now. When i make it in life maybe I'll get a family Crest.

Is that the Bernex you mentioned previously?! I'd definitely like to hear more about heirloom pieces, as I've refurbished several wristwatches from both my wife's and my own family (one of my hobbies). - Adam

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

That's correct! Thanks Adam :)

Signet rings should only be worn by aristocrats. To be born as one is no achievement and not to be born as one is no shame, but you should not pretend to be one.

I brought my signet ring and wore it on my pinky finger once I saved £100k so I could start my property investment portfolio. It signifies reaching a goal that changed my life. This I feel warranted me wearing it.

Family crests don’t really exist, at least not as most people believe where everyone with the surname has the right to the design. Rather, coats of arms were awarded to individuals who then passed those down through their families, usually from father to eldest son. For anyone reading this, please do not fall victim to purchasing a ring with a crest that does not rightfully belong to you. It’s better to choose initials, or to create your own design. Yes, the websites will allow you to search “your” family crest. This is a faux pas, and worse yet, one done to earn a quick buck off those who do not know better.

I dont yet wear a signet ring, I do wear a variety of other rings though, and I hope to get a signet ring soon.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment! I hope you enjoy your signet ring when you get one!

Wear what you want dont have to be older.its a style

I wear a signet ring with a masonic design since i'm a member of the freemason

Some guys can pull it off. Some cant. It's a bit like wearing a hat or a bowtie. It either works, or looks like a halloween costume.

His eyebrows match his mustache, he looks like he has two pairs of eyebrows 😂😂😂

If your family doesn't come from a high class background you won't have a crest. A coat of arms and its crest isn't something every family has its nothing to do with surnames its direct descendants you either inherit it or you're awarded one by the college of arms which would come with a fee of £9000.

I want to buy one. But my religion prevents me from wearing gold. I want a silver or platinum one. But platinum is hella expensive.

@AB-xh4vr

17 күн бұрын

Sterling silver and stainless steel are optional to

It seems there’s been a bit of a modern update on the tradition of a signet ring. A signet ring is gifted by a family elder in recognition of your personal/professional success. A family coat of arms does not reflect this in any way since your ancestry is not an individual achievement. So unless you’ve inherited a ring with your family coat of arms upon the passing of a dear one or some other special circumstance, ordering one of your own for yourself is generally not done.

British accent? I thought you were Australian?

Except for a watch and a wedding ring (or military academy or World Cup if you won that) men shouldn’t wear jewelry. Earrings, extra rings, bracelets, necklaces, chains and the rest of it look feminine.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

I have to politely disagree with you there

@olanderdecastro52

5 ай бұрын

Understood. In my culture and family, jewelry on men is considered flashy, over the top, and a little bit girly. That has shaped my perspective.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Where are you from, if you don't mind me asking?@@olanderdecastro52

"Power and success - money" thesedays! Most people can't even buy a house anymore, and men are disenfracnhised in a feminsit world! THAT was enough to permit me to get one - a symbol of male virtue in tough times! If you get one, get platinum. It lasts forever and is elegant and understated. Gold has to be re-done and loses its originality.

Christ allmighty…you look 35 While saying you are 25 Doing the whole “i am not worthy” spiel is tiresome I wear my signet ring not to boast or flaunt but for me since i was 22

@Revelation1316

4 ай бұрын

I don't know what he's worrying about either. If he thinks like that he probably has pretentitious intentions to begin with. I agree he looks older, but he doesn't even look British to me, but 'somthing' else.

why are these tories deepening a ring

@guylewis7418

5 ай бұрын

What?

@MATTHEWMYTHHAVEN

4 ай бұрын

don’t be wearing poor

5:33 Mexican flag logo!