Antique Franco Prussian War Brass Engraved Signet Ring

Antique Franco Prussian War Brass Engraved Signet Ring

Unique 19th century Franco Prussian War brass signet ring, with the inscription ' Fort Noisy '. Circa 1870's.

Engraved with date 1870-1871.

• Ring size: Z + 1 (UK) / 13.25 (US) / 70.3 (EU)
• Gross weight: 10.28 grams
• Condition: Pre-owned, minor signs of usage, good condition overall

The Fort de Noisy or Fort de Noisy-le-Sec is a former fortification of Paris. It is one of sixteen detached forts built in the 19th century around the enclosure of Thiers.
Between 1870 and 1871 Germany lay siege to Paris and this ring belonged to a soldier who served within the walls of Fort de Noisy.