Julian Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 (edited) Here is one of my favorite family items. Algiers, 1944. Edited August 16, 2005 by Julian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Posted August 17, 2005 Author Share Posted August 17, 2005 I'd like to add that there is not really a standard for these rings.. I've seen them in all different styles which don't seem to be setermined by location.. I've seen a few "Algiers 1944" rings in at least 3 different styles.. similar to this, round and even a thinner, more traditional wedding ring style.I'll try to put a few other examples together as my interest in them has recently been sparked...J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luftguy Posted August 17, 2005 Share Posted August 17, 2005 Very nice. I look forward to seeing the others.Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Capstone Posted August 17, 2005 Share Posted August 17, 2005 Great piece. Vet acquired I assume?Looking forward to seeing more, and thanks for posting.Capstone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Posted August 17, 2005 Author Share Posted August 17, 2005 This one belonged to my grandfather. It was also used as his wedding ring when he married my Grandmother in Lyon whom he'd met and fell in love with there during the war. J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Posted August 22, 2005 Author Share Posted August 22, 2005 Continued...Here's one that just came in the mail today... This ring was made (most likely by a soldier) during his stay in Oran, North Africa in 1943, as part of Operation Torch. This one, as my Grandfather's has a nice weight to it and is a large size, although, not in mint condition, still very cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Posted August 22, 2005 Author Share Posted August 22, 2005 (edited) Side shot Edited August 22, 2005 by Julian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ricky Wells Posted August 23, 2005 Share Posted August 23, 2005 some very nice private purchased Rings congrats! the one belonging just goes without saying, a great momento to have Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Posted August 25, 2005 Author Share Posted August 25, 2005 Thanks!Here's another that just arrived today.. Nothing much to say about it other than it is inscribed "Philippines 1945".Sorry for the pics.. This one was difficult for some reason.J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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