{"product_id":"antique-1920s-wwi-transition-44th-infantry-division-colors-sterling-silver-edwardian-eagle-shield-signet-ring-size-9","title":"Antique 1920s WWI Transition 44th Infantry Division Colors Sterling Silver Edwardian Eagle Shield Signet Ring Size 9","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique circa 1921-1925 solid sterling silver military signet or custom veteran presentation ring, made in the United States and unmarked as to maker. Its heater-shield shaped face features a distinct, custom-set Edwardian-style block letter \"A\" executed in dark enamel. This highly personal monogram is inlaid upon a vibrant field of golden orange and encircled by a thick ring of flag blue enamel. Historically, these specific colors represent the House of Nassau, honoring the historic Dutch settlers of New York and New Jersey, and were intentionally chosen because the 44th Infantry Division was built entirely from National Guard units drawn from these two target states. The division's official shoulder sleeve insignia was formally approved on 5 October 1921, making this a fascinating hybrid \"graduation\" or commemorative presentation piece created right at the dawn of the newly minted division. The custom monogram heavily suggests this piece was personalized for a founding staff officer or high-ranking regional figure involved in the division's 1924 federal recognition, with leading period candidates including Major General Augustus S. Blagden or New Jersey National Guard advocate A. Harry Moore. The shank is masterfully sculpted in the military tradition, featuring two American Eagles acting as heraldic side-supporters with deeply embossed plumage extending upward to structurally cradle the head of the ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eItem Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType: Military signet \/ custom veteran presentation ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDate: Circa 1921-1925\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEra: Early Interwar \/ Post-Edwardian transition era\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: Solid sterling silver, stamped and acid tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOrigin: United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaker: Unmarked\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFace: Dark-enamel block letter \"A\" on golden-orange and flag-blue champlevé enamel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShank: Sculpted American eagle side supports\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConstruction: Open-back adjustable design with split band\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish: Unpolished with deep dark patina from age\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnit Association: 44th Infantry Division (Redesignated to 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team on 15 June 2017)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHistorical Association: Potential personalization for Major General Augustus S. Blagden or New Jersey Governor A. Harry Moore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRing size: Approximately 9; size is affected by the open-back adjustable design and band split\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\"STERLING\" stamp inside the band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFair pre-owned vintage condition. The reverse shank has structural band separation with a cut\/open split. The champlevé enamel on the face bezel displays noticeable chipping and age-appropriate loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIVL - W152\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Just Stuff I Sell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45581439664304,"sku":"SG-21731-S","price":212.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/5990\/8661\/files\/IMG_5290-background-removed.png?v=1789419728","url":"https:\/\/juststuffisell.com\/products\/antique-1920s-wwi-transition-44th-infantry-division-colors-sterling-silver-edwardian-eagle-shield-signet-ring-size-9","provider":"Just Stuff I Sell","version":"1.0","type":"link"}