The Red Cross—Pre-order
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“I purchased the Original Red Cross ring in 2018 as a retiring gift to myself after being a Nurse 22 years! I also collect WWI and WWII memorabilia”
-Nancy P. from Virginia Beach
These rings are rich in history and meaning. Each represent an act of humanity towards someone else’s life. How have you made a connection with this ring? Are you a history lover? In the medical field? Maybe a family member has served—or you’re just a designer who finds the motif aesthetically pleasing. Whatever the connection is to you, we support it!
These Red Cross badges are over 100 years old. During the beginning of WWI, The Red Cross was a small organization still in the process of developing its identity and programs. During that time, these red and white pins were given out to individuals who donated blood. The back of the pins are dated 1917. By the time the war was over in 1918, the Red Cross had become a major national humanitarian organization with a major focus on war effort. These pins each represent a life. They represent an act of humanity towards U.S. & Allied military personnel and civilian war victims.
Made in a seamless industrial setting; cut, soldered and filed to perfection. The heavy duty prongs were precisely measured and formed to hold each pin in place. Finished with a semi-matte finish. The facing on the original measures roughly 20mm in diameter while the ‘Mini’ measures roughly 14mm in diameter.
Each pin will vary in appearance as they came from different manufacturing companies. The colors vary from white to yellowish white. Some crosses may be slightly off center. The red plusses will vary from warm to cool. Each pin has slight wear in the enamel coating, some may have minor scratches or discoloring; they reflect their age (and its what makes them cool!)
Each ring is made individually one by one. They will be made identical to the ones you see in the photos. Production time is 6 weeks before your pre-ordered item ships. Select your desired ring size at checkout.
Don’t know your ring size? That’s ok! Most of us don’t. Go ahead and select “send me a ring sizer!” to purchase your ring and we’ll send you a ring sizer in the mail; on us! (US only) You can get back to us with your size once you receive it!
If you are unsure about fit, size or have any other questions—please feel free to email us at [email protected]. We are happy to help!
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