Ring, Insignia
Object number2013.56.1
Date1918
MediumGold, enamel
Credit LineGift of Barbara Neal
DescriptionGold ring. Rectangular, enamel insignia on the top consisting of a red border and a white center with a blue star in the center. Fan-shaped design on both sides of the insignia.Dimensions0.312 x 0.75 in. (0.8 x 1.9 cm)InscriptionsThree Illegible stamped letters inside under insignia.
Historical NotesA U.S. armed forces blue star son in service sweetheart, mother, daughter, or sister ring. The ring was worn by donor Barbara Neal's mother, Mary Louise Stanton. Mary's father Charles Campbell Stanton, M.D., served in WWI, although he did not serve overseas.
Previous owner
Mary Louise Stanton
Related person
Charles Campbell Stanton M.D.
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1942-1945
1960-1992
1939-1945
1999
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