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Hello all, Not really a ring collector here but picked up this Algiers 44 ring at a flea market, the price was right. I bought it thinking it was probably a repro. It looks to be in a little too good of shape but which made me think that but that's why I put it here so people that are in the know might be able to let me know. I think I usually see them with a date of 1941, is that correct? Thanks again for any help and info. Duzig(Bill)
Last edited by Duzig; 12/05/2017 03:50 PM.
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Hi bill No thats a real ring, post operation torch and the North African campaign But its not german DAK rings bear the earlier date, Usually 44 rings are allied for obvious reasons It was made in the souk for an allied soldier, usually US, especially if you found it in a USA flea market They are not uncommon But they are cool and a collectible niche unto themselves Some guys here like dak41 that is his whole focus really So ya it is real man and a cool piece of USA history Congrats Mike
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Hello Mike. thanks much for your reply, it is appreciated. It's nice to hear that it is original. I paid ten bucks for it so real or not it was a good deal. A plus it being real. And thanks for the more detailed info about the date & stuff. Again, many thanks Bill
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Hello Mike. thanks much for your reply, it is appreciated. It's nice to hear that it is original. I paid ten bucks for it so real or not it was a good deal. A plus it being real. And thanks for the more detailed info about the date & stuff. Again, many thanks Bill Good deal for $10 ! congratulations
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thanks for the comments and info Bill
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