Thursday 9 June 2011

Antique military rings

Much of the history of man is marked by battles and wars. It's what has created the differences in societies, as well as defined a nation's strengths and weaknesses. Antique military rings are a symbol of the service of men and women who have fought for their country and what they believe in. The people who have fought so bravely sometimes leave a legacy behind and that is an antique military ring.

Even the most experienced soldier wants to have a memento of their time in the military. Some wore their military rings every day, while others saved it for special
occasions. Many of the antique military rings feature emblems of specific battles or campaigns. Other rings have the branch emblem on the top. These rings become a reminder of the dedication, sacrifice, and service by military men and women.

Antique military rings are often passed down to future generations. Some end up in museums across the country. However, those rings that are representative of the last couple of wars are generally kept by families as a reminder of their loved one's service. All
branches of the Armed Forces have rings to commemorate service. Most servicemen and women want to incorporate a part of their specific job into their rings. This is done with insignias and emblems down the sides of the ring or under a semi-precious stone on top. All of the branches of the Armed Forces have specific logos for specialized units. In addition, many of the rings will feature an aircraft, helicopter, or ship that the military member was assigned to. 






You can also order antique military
rings online. There is a special process for making jewelry look as though it came from another time and this is a very popular style for military rings. You simply add the "antiquing" feature to your ring order.

There is also quite a market for collectors of antique military rings. Some rings will bring hundreds of dollars for the seller. It's a piece of history that will always be popular with collectors, due in part to the uniqueness of each ring. While there are some commercial lines of military rings available, most of the other rings are custom made. Not only does this showcase the military member's career, but it also highlights some fantastic craftsmanship.


If you have an antique military ring in your possession, there is another possibility to consider. Some people want to use an antique ring to make a new version. The old ring is melted down and redone into a new style. This is a beautiful way to keep a piece of your family's history with the solider, sailor, Marine, or airman. Some families choose to melt down each ring another loved one joins the military, keeping part of their family's heritage in the rings for decades to come.


In closing, antique
military rings signify a great piece of our country's military history and to pass onto your children and grandchildren.


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