Hong Kong, June 7 -- For thousands of years, signet rings have been a significant piece of jewellery symbolising power and status symbol.

With its roots tracing back to the Ancient Egyptians where Pharaohs would wear cylindrical versions of the ring with hieroglyphics engraved on them, signets have been synonymous with heritage, lineage and influence. Also known as the "gentlemen's ring", they were primarily worn by aristocratic men and were always one of a kind. With each bearing a family's coat of arms/crest on them, they were often used to stamp documents and seal letters. Once its rightful owner died, the ring would then be destroyed to prevent any sort of forgery. Talk about being steeped in history. David Yurman Evil Eye collection...