NEW! Kingdom of Two Sicilies - 1816 Military Medal (It. Medaglia Militare "Costante Attaccamento"). Established by King Ferdinand IV (also known as Ferdinand I, and Ferdinand III of Sicily).
The history of the region is very complicated. At various times, the French, Austrians, British and others took an interest in the area. In 1796 Napoleon's army invaded Italian Peninsula. By 1798 the whole of Italy was owned by French, with the exception of the kingdoms of Naples and Sicily. A short-lived Parthenopean Republic (23 January 1799 to 13 June 1799) was established (by Napoleon) in the territory of the Kingdom of Naples. King Ferdinand was restored to the throne in 1805 just to be deposed (by Napoleon) and replaced by Joseph Bonaparte on 30 March, 1806. Ferdinand was restored after an Austrian victory at the Battle of Tolentino (3 March, 1815) over rival monarch King Joachim I Murat (King of the Two Sicilies from 1808 to 1815). Ferdinand's reign over Joachim Murat was in part made possible due to British protection (chiefly in form of a Naval presence). On 8 March, 1816 he merged the thrones of Sicily and Naples to the throne of the Two Sicilies. Kingdom of Two Sicilies lasted until 1861 (during unification of Italy).
Believed to have been awarded to officers and other ranks as medal of honour/loyalty to the King during years of "French Rule" of Sicily. According to Pietro Colletta (Storia del reame di Napoli dal 1734 sino al 1825), these medals were accepted with considerable esteem and worn with great pride by all who received them (Colletta mentions that minimum requirement was 10 years of unblemished and loyal military service to the King during these difficult times of fighting the French).
Medals were (apparently) made in Naples (Capitol of the Kingdom). Purportedly, some British Naval officers were also awarded these medals. There were a few variants of this award (gold, bronze gilt, bronze and with green enamel/lacquer); all are considered very rare (gold crosses are of utmost scarcity). Offered here is a wonderful example in bronze gilt with green lacquered arms. Old style gilding is apparent (see detailed image) through thickness of the chip in the plating on one of the arms. Proper, 3 part (body of the cross with 2 center medallions attached) construction. Original (sealed) rings and (remarkable!) original ribbon. Details are very good, Bourbon lilies between arms still showing nice detail. Overall, award shows minimal wear (considering its age). Superb example of this scarce award. 27.9mm wide x 28.4mm. Royal Red ribbon is 32mm wide, one pull to reverse and numerous small pin-holes (probably due to it being displayed). Planchet is approximately 2.5mm thick. Center medallions are 18mm in diameter. Fantastic piece for the Napoleonic Wars/Italian peninsula/British Naval medal collector. References: Brambilla - page 127; H. von Heyden # 315-316. Item # Ita-268 (1340)
Order of the Crown of Italy. Very good quality ribbon bar in bronze with enamels. Light cracking to right side (red) but not chipped. 20.5mm wide. Button hole fastener. Item # Ita-257 (20)
WW1 Orphans of War badge. In 1919 special decree was announced to distinguish war orphans with such badge. These children were to be put up for adoption before others. Most wonderful design of woman embracing young boy who's holding symbolical Roman short sword. Green enamelled (small chip to right side) outer rim, laurel leafs to bottom. Inscription: 'Orfano Di Guerra'. Designed by C. Rivalta. Horizontal pin for fastening, maker marked: 'F.M. Lorioli & Castelli Milano. Bronze, 33mm x 30mm. Really neat badge. Item # Ita-241 (48)
Libya Medal (1912-1913), unusual variation by unknown maker (the mark is not identified in our sources). 1913 year bar, original ribbon in very worn condition. Silvered bronze, spotty darkening. Would make great addition to your collection. 32.8 mm in diameter. Item # Ita-226 (138)
Kingdom era - National unity (1848-1918) medal. Gilded bronze. Head of Vittorio Emanuele III to obverse, designer's name to bottom. Inscription: 'Unita D'Italia 1848-1918, Ass.Naz. Madri E Vedove Dei Gaduti' laurel branches around to reverse. Original green, white and red ribbon (lightly stained). Shows wear and some edge dings, but not detractive. Good condition. Item # Ita-7. (45)
Republic - Silver (15 years) Long Service Air Force medal. Shows age and some wear. Comes with short piece of blue ribbon. Item # Ita-19. (40)
Republic - Air Force Valor medal (Al Valore Aeronautico) bronze medal. Shows age/wear. Original long ribbon present. Item # Ita-20. (45)
Republic - Bronze (10 years) Long Service Air Force medal. Shows age and some wear. Comes with long piece of original blue ribbon. Item # Ita-22. (45)
WW1 Victory medal by: Sacchini - Milano. Less frequently seen maker of this medal. Reverse marked: 'G. Villa. Inc'. Showing age and considerable wear. Original ribbon. Edge dings to left side. 36mm. Item # Ita-34. (52)
Naval merit medal, silver grade. Republic period. Round medal (35mm dia.) in gilt. Inscribed: Al Valore Di Marina', oak and laurel branches surrounding star and cog wheel. Reverse plain with laurel wreath to center. Lightly worn, no damage. Original moiré ribbon. Showing light wear. Item # Ita-37. (45)
Kingdom, Officer's 40 year Military Service Cross in gilt. This is highest class of the 'long service' award. Original ribbon. Typical suspension. Two-part construction. Very good condition. Rarely offered for sale. Item # Ita-39. (95)
Republic, Officer's 25 year Military Service Cross in gilt. Typical suspension, two-part construction. Original ribbon. Very good condition. Item # Ita-41. (60)
Corps of the Guards of Public Safety. 25 year long service award. Original roots of this organization trace back to the 1850's. This force was replaced by the State Police in 1981. Corps of the Guards was rather militarized body and performed the duties largely surpassing those of the State Police. Especially active during 1960's and 70's as the terrorist threat was then at its height. Awards are obsolete and those of 25 year service are rather hard to find. Gilt cross with original ribbon. Type with crowns not touching eagle's head. Excellent condition. Original ribbon. See also item below. Item # Ita-42. (90)
Corps of the Guards of Public Safety. 16 year service award in frosted silver finish. Light wear, original ribbon. Rarely seen. Item # Ita-43. (70)
Kingdom, Military 16 year Long Service award. Silvered cross with unusual suspension. Two-part construction. Original ribbon. Shows wear and age. Item # Ita-44. (45)
Republic, Military 16 year service cross in silver. Very good quality. Fancy suspension. Original ribbon. Light tarnish. Nice example of 1950's award. Item # Ita-46. (45)
Republic, 40 year Military service award. Silvered bronze. Thin lettering type. Typical suspension. Original ribbon. Good condition. Item # Ita-47. (45)
Republic, Officer's 16 year Military service award with gilt center (reverse). Shows age and wear. Original ribbon. Typical suspension. Hard to find variation. Item # Ita-48. (40)
Republic, 25 year Military service cross with silvered centre (reverse). Shows wear. Good condition. Original ribbon. Item # Ita-49. (35)
Unity medal 1848-1918, type "C" (Brambilla). VE III. Medal by: Mario Nelli - C. Rivalta - CBC (Casa Benvenuto Cellini). Silver gilt - this is a rare variation as normally these medals were struck in bronze. Better than normal details. 32mm. Very good condition, light wear. Original ribbon. Nice variation for discerning collector. Item # Ita-64. (90)
Unity medal 1848-1918 type "A" (Brambilla) - slight variation as no part of uniform is shown. Medals with right-facing monarch are much harder to find. These early strikings were not as numerous. Original early ribbon, wide green stripe. Darkened bronze. Medal by S J (S. Johnson). Very good condition. 32.6mm. Item # Ita-65. (75)
Unity medal 1848-1918 type "C" (Brambilla). Medal by: Mario Nelli - C. Rivalta - CBC. Bronze, original ribbon. Light wear.31.8mm. Item # Ita-66. (35)
Unity medal 1848-1918. 1st type, by Mario Nelli - C. Rivalta - CBC. Bronze, light wear. Original ribbon. 31.8mm. Good condition. Item # Ita-68. (40)
Armed Forces sport achievement award. Gymnastics division. 1920's. Bronze, period ribbon. 30mm. Very pretty medal. Item # Ita-88. (30)
1901 Commemorative medal for pilgrimage to the tomb of Umberto I. Silvered bronze, shows wear and age. Original ribbon. Good condition. 30mm dia. Item # Ita-104. (55)
Gioventu Italiana Littorio (Italian Fascist Youth) medal. Silvered bronze. Appears to be a sports award, likely for swimming, judging by the aquatic theme of the obverse design; reverse shows G.I.L. symbol. Nice detail. Unmarked, but probably made by S. Johnson. Fitted with old ribbon (unsure if original). 30mm diameter. (45) Item #Ita-127.
Republic, Marine Long Service gold medal. Large type (40mm). Bronze gilt, original ribbon. Similar to one described by Brambilla (page 865, type "A") but unmarked. Great condition. Item # Ita-134. (45)
Republic, Marine Long Service silver medal. Large type (40mm). Silvered, on original ribbon. Similar to one described by Brambilla (page 865, type "A") but unmarked. Some darkening, no damage. Item # Ita-135. (40)
Republic, Marine Long Service bronze medal. Large type (40mm). Bronze, on original ribbon. Similar to one described by Brambilla (page 865 type "A") but unmarked. Great condition. Item # Ita-136. (35)
WWII Marine Long Service bronze medal. With "Regnando Vittorio Eman. III" inscription, hence an uncommon type. Shows light aging, no damage. Similar to Brambilla (page 825) but unmarked. Original ribbon. 32.5 mm dia. Item # Ita-137. (55)
Republic, Marine Long Service gold medal. Appears to be bright bronze gilt. Made by S. Johnson. Post-1945 type without "Regnando Vittorio Eman. III" or "Repubblica Italiana" inscriptions. Great quality, original ribbon. 34mm. Item # Ita-138. (52)
Republic, Marine Long Service silver medal. Silver, made by S. Johnson. Post-1954 type. Great condition, original ribbon. 34mm. Item # Ita-139. (45)
Republic, Marine Long Service bronze medal. Struck in bronze with very good details. Unmarked. Some dark spots but not detractive. Original ribbon. 34mm. Item #Ita-140. (40)
Republic, Marine Long Service bronze medal, with ball suspension. Uncommon variation by unknown maker. Unmarked, on original ribbon. Very good condition. Item #Ita-141. (42)
Navy Gold Military Valour Medal. 'Al Valore Di Marina", 1950 type. Bronze gilt, by the National Mint (unmarked). No attribution. Few light scratches to reverse. Overall very good conditon. 34mm. Item # Ita-142. (60)
Navy Silver Military Valour Medal. 'Al Valore Di Marina", 1950 type. Struck in silver, by the National Mint (unmarked). No attribution. Very excellent details. Nicely toned with age. Few light scratches on reverse. 34mm. Item # Ita-143. (55)
Navy Bronze Military Valour Medal. 'Al Valore Di Marina", 1950 type. Struck in bronze with light bronze coating, by the National Mint (unmarked). No attribution. Struck in silver. Light discolouration to finish on reverse. Overall very good condition. 34mm. Item # Ita-144. (45)
Republic, Air Force Long Service gold medal. 1953 type. Bronze gilt. Great details. Unmarked. Original ribbon. Item # Ita-149. (40)
Republic, Aeronautical Valour silver medal. 1953 type. Good details. Unmarked. Original ribbon. Item # Ita-151. (45)
Republic, Aeronautical Valour bronze medal. 1953 type. Good details. Unmarked. Original ribbon. Item # Ita-152. (40)
Long Command Medal of Merit for Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers. 1935 type. "Silver" grade, for 15 years' service. Unmarked variation with angular sword to reverse. Shows wear. Ref. Brambilla, p. 705. On original ribbon (some staining). Item #Ita-164. (55)
Long Command Medal of Merit for Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers. 1935 type. Bronze, for 10 years' service. Unmarked variation with angular sword to reverse. Younger King design; nice details. Ref. Brambilla, p. 705. On original ribbon (some staining). Item #Ita-166. (60)
Guardia di Finanza (Financial Guard) Long Command Medal of Merit. 1954 type. "Silver" grade, for 15 years' service. Unmarked. Original ribbon. Ref. Brambilla, p. 866, "A". Item #Ita-168. (38)
Army Long Command Medal of Merit. 1953 type. Bronze. For 10 years' service. Variation with finer detail to obverse, thick sword to reverse. Unmarked. Ref. Brambilla, p. 858, "A". On original ribbon. Item # Ita-170. (38)
Army Long Command Medal of Merit. 1953 type. Bronze. For 10 years' service. Maker marked 'Z' (Zecca). Nice details. On original ribbon (one or two pulls). Exactly as shown in Brambilla, p. 858, "A". Item # Ita-171. (42)
Army Long Command Medal of Merit. 1953 type. "Silver" grade. For 15 years' service. Variation with large design to obverse, thick sword to reverse. Unknown marking. Shows wear. On replacement ribbon. Ref. Brambilla, p. 858, "A". Item # Ita-172. (40)
Public Security Long Command Medal of Merit. 1965 type. "Gold" grade, i.e., bronze gilt, for 20 years' service. Unmarked variation with larger design on obverse, blank shield on reverse. Ref. Brambilla, p. 888. On original ribbon. Item # Ita-173. (35)
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Below are several Fascist Youth badges of distinction. The organization was founded just months after Mussolini's march on Rome in 1922 with the first group of boys ranging from ages 8 to 14. They were called "Balilla" after a heroic young boy from Genoa, Italy. During the Austrian occupation of the city in 1746, he sparked a riot against the invading troops by throwing the first stone at a rolling cannon. Eventually, a huge riot and mass uprising led to the Austrians' withdrawal from the city. The youth organization was divided into age groups: Balilla (8- 11 yrs.); Balilla Musketeers (11-14 yrs.); Vanguard (14-16 yrs.); and Vanguard Musketeers (16-18 yrs.). Mandatory service in the armed forces followed. The Fascist Youth organization was called "Gioventu Italiana Del'Littorio" meaning The Fascist Youth of the Lictors (commonly referred to as GIL).
Opera Ballila, 10th anniversary commemorative medal. Cast bronze. Very interesting and rarely seen piece. 40mm diameter. Item #Ita-180. (72)
Opera Balilla commemorative badge for the 9th youth gathering (1937), in the 15th year ("AXV") of the Fascist era. Fantastic example in silvered (frosted) bronze and enamels. Shows wear and age, no chipping to enamels. Majority of original frosting intact. Rare original. Item #Ita-186. (145)
Opera Ballila Musketeers cap badge. Aluminum with original paint. 43.5 x 68 mm. Item #Ita-191. (35)
Opera Ballila Musketeers cap badge. Aluminum; re-painted. 45.5 72 mm. Item #Ita-192. (30)
Opera Ballila Musketeers membership lapel pin. Bronze with enamels. Lapel slide fastener. 15 x 24.5 mm. Item #Ita-193. (28)
Opera Ballila Musketeers membership lapel pin. Bronze with enamels. Somewhat age darkened. Vertical pin fastener. 14.5 x 25 mm. Item #Ita-194. *SOLD*
Opera Ballila Musketeers pin. Silvered bronze; plating partially worn. Very good detail. 13 x 19.5 mm. Item #Ita-195. (22)
Opera Ballila collar badge. Brass stamped; good details. One mounting wire broken. 16 x 31 mm. Item #Ita-197. (22)
Opera Ballila cap badge. Brass stamped; good detail. Gilt, some worn. Holes for stitch fastening. 24.5 x 44.5 mm. Item # Ita-198. (32)
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Commemorative medal for 50th anniversary (1918-1968) of return of cities of Trento and Trieste to Italy. Bronze. Designed by 'Greco', maker's stamp 'MET'. Striking design, very interesting. Ref. Brambilla p. 901. 33mm in diameter. Item # Ita-187. (35)
Opera Ballila Musketeers beret badge. Aluminum. Marked "Ripr. Vietata" on back. Four holes on sides for stitch fastening. 31.5 x 49.5 mm. Item #Ita-189. *SOLD*
Medal of gratitude for public welfare services. Silver grade. Light wear. 32mm. Item # Ita-54. *SOLD*
1934 Aeronautic Exposition in Milan commemorative medal. Bronze, high relief. Powerful design by E. Monti, struck by S. Johnson (marked to obverse). Shows age, pitting to reverse. Complete with ribbon (stained). Rarely offered medal. Item #Ita-145. *SOLD*
WW1 Victory medal by: 'S. Johnson, Milano'. This is possibly the most common type of the medal. Shows age and light wear. Complete with 'Imperial' style ribbon. Reverse marked: 'G. Villa. Inc'. 36mm. Item # Ita-36. *SOLD*
Medal for the Mothers (or widows) of the Fallen. Medal is much like the type "A" in Brambilla's book # 588, except for the hallmark which appears to be interlaced letters LCM? Perhaps Lorioli & Castelli Milan. A Medal with this exact mark is not featured in Brambilla. He does mention that medal was extended for those whose sons/husbands fought in Oriental Africa and Greek/Albanian Campaign during WW2. It is definitely not 1956 revision (Brambilla # 869) as reverse was slightly different in those (inscription and foliage). Original ribbon. 32.5mm dia. All in great condition. Item # Ita-225. *SOLD*
Kingdom era, Army Long Service Cross (16 years) in silver. Original ribbon stitch finished and uncut. Four-armed (8 points) cross. King's cipher to obverse, numerals XVI to reverse. Silver frosting finish. Marked in 2 spots to bottom arm of reverse '800' (silver content) in one and numbers (possibly maker, hard to make out) in the other. Few light touch marks. Relief areas show nice silver shine in contrast with pebbled design of the rest. Excellent condition. 41mm. Item # Ita-11. *SOLD*
Star of Merit for Labour. Silver gilt. Hallmark on suspension eye. Enamels intact. Shows age darkening and light wear. Very good condition. Piece of original ribbon. Very handsome piece, rarely offered for sale. 42mm. Item # Ita-122. *SOLD*
Republic, Aeronautical Valour gold medal. 1953 type. Bronze gilt. Good details. Rare maker for this medal (S. Johnson). Original ribbon. Item # Ita-150. *SOLD*
Guardia di Finanza (Financial Guard) Long Command Medal of Merit. 1954 type. "Gold" grade, i.e., bronze gilt, for 20 years' service. Unmarked. Original ribbon. Ref. Brambilla, p. 866, "A". Item # Ita-169. *SOLD*
Artillery Gathering in Fiume commemorative medal. Dated 1920/21 - 1940. Very interesting. Great details. Bronze. Period ribbon (same as Fiume medal below). 30.5mm. Rarely seen medal. Item # Ita-82. *SOLD*
"In Bocca al Lupo" sports medal, c. 1920's. "Into the mouth of the wolf" is an Italian idiom, a way of wishing someone courage and luck. "Claviere Monginevro m. 1800" on reverse, presumably referring to these locations in the Italian Alps and the height of 1800 metres relating to a sport competition. These areas are near where the Alpine Skiing events were held during the 2006 Olympics Winter Games in Turin. Bronze, wolf's head in high relief. Nicely toned with age. A few tarnish spots. Overall very good condition, no damage. Interesting piece. 29.5 x 39.5 mm. Item #Ita-131. *SOLD*
Republic, Order of the Star of Solidarity, 3rd class. Silver gilt by Gardino, Roma (marked to wreath suspension). Original ribbon. Very good condition, spotty darkening and a light scratch to reverse. Good details. 57.5mm. Decoration was originally established in 1947, revised in 1948. Item # Ita-77. *SOLD*
1848-70 Unity medal, UmbertoI type in silver by Speranza. Unusual issue, NOT by Royal Mint (crowned Z). These medals were presented in 1883 to all members of the Army. Original ribbon, great details. Couple minor edge knocks. Showing light to moderate wear. 31.5mm dia. Ref. Brambilla, page 347. Item # Ita-24. *SOLD*
Tomb of Umberto I and Vittorio Emanuele III, guard's commemorative medal. Unmarked type. Silvered bronze. Original ribbon. Circa 1920. Great details. Light wear. 32mm. Item # Ita-106. *SOLD*
Unity medal 1848-1922. Original ribbon, blackened bronze finish. Excellent condition to all. 31mm. Though unmarked (this type was rarely marked) made by S.I.A.M. Item # Ita-67. *SOLD*
Bronze Merit medal. Vittorio Emanuele III issue. Good details. Bronze, original ribbon. 30mm. Showing wear. Item # Ita-100. *SOLD*
National Infantry Association membership badge. Old type with Royal Crown. AN FANTE was organized in 1920 to honor and glorify infantryman fallen in the line of duty. Very nice badge, silvered copper and blue enamels. Laurel/oak wreath, stylized infantry badge. Logo below: 'Per Se Fulget'. Maker marked: 'FR lli RAVASI MILANO'. Lapel type fastener. 19mm x 13mm. Item # Ita-253 *SOLD*
National Cavalry Association (founded in 1921) membership badge. Inscribed: 'Associazione Naz. Arma Di Cavalleria'. Older vintage, silvered bronze and blue enamel. Very good condition. Maker marked: 'A. Alberti & Co. Milano'. 20mm x 15mm. Item # Ita-254 *SOLD*
National Fascist Party Official's badge (Funzionari di Stato Fascio e Gradi) These were issued in several grades to civilian authorities, office staff etc. We are not certain which class this one is but the 3 little triangles suggest a somewhat higher grade. Those we've observed in the past only had bars. Some cracking to cream-white enamels, one tiny chip. Bronze gilt. Quality manufacturing by S. Johnson, Milano. Lapel-type fastener lightly bent. 21mm x 21mm. Hard to find. Item # Ita-247 *SOLD*
OND (Opera Nazionale Dopolavoro) membership badge 2nd type. OND was the Italian Fascist leisure and recreational organization founded in 1925. It was a very popular organization with the 'common work force'. In the beginning it had little to do with the Fascist movement but in 1927 new leader Augusto Turati transformed it into an auxillary of the PNF (National Fascist Party). Appears to be silver. Black enamels. Maker: 'S.A. Picchiani Barlacchi Firenze'. 15.5mm x 15.5mm. Item # Ita-252 *SOLD*
1942 Commemorative badge for operations in Greece and Yugoslavia. Issued to army, navy (involved in campaigns) and also to Albanian Volunteers. Official badge. Mentioned in Brambilla (page 803), type "A"- variation by S. Johnson. Worn but good condition, no chipping to enamels. Vertical pin. 28mm x 24mm. Interesting badge. Item # Ita-242. *SOLD*
Crown of Italy Order. Cased Officer in gold. Earlier vintage, Umberto's reign (1878 - 1900). D. Cravanzola's address would indicate 1880-1890's vintage. Excellent piece with DELUXE quality work, knots of Savoi are especially thick (much thicker then usual production). Case is also of deluxe quality. Wonderful set for the discerning collector. Complete with a good length of original ribbon. All in very good condition. Item # Ita-240 *SOLD*
1935/36 Ethiopian Campaign commemorative medal. A fine example of this medal complete with original silk ribbon and Roman sword device (indicating combat award). Official 1st issue by national mint, marked with crowned 'Z' (Reggia Zecca) and letter 'A' (indicating first series). Markings are faint but visible under good magnification. Medal designed by V. Perrone. Excellent condition to all, light aging. Burnished bronze. Display mounted. Item # Ita-230 *SOLD*
WW2 Commemorative Cross of the 11th Army. Awarded to all participating in the Greek and Albanian campaigns. Bronze gilt cross by: 'Carlo Illario & F. lli' (marked with maker's stamp to bottom of reverse). Enamels intact. Very good details. Original ribbon. Sword device indicating combatant award (this was unofficial but widely used). Great condition. Item # Ita-12. *SOLD*
Fascist Campaign 1919-1922, commemorative medal. Bronze. Dramatic equestrian scene on obverse, joined hands and inscription "Per L'Italia, Ora e Sempre" (For Italy, Now and Always) on reverse. Good detail, age darkening with some nicks to edge. Complete with original ribbon. Ref. Brambilla p.638. 32.5mm diameter. Item #Ita-128. *SOLD*
1848-1870 Unity medal in silver. Umberto I type. Original ribbon. Great condition, spotty tarnish. 32.5mm. Item # Ita-63. *SOLD*
Kingdom of Sardinia,1847 Customs Union Medal. Pius IX-Carlo Alberto type. Commemorates the conclusion of a customs agreement between the Papal States, Kingdom of Sardinia and the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. Bronze, in great condition, complete with proper period ribbon. ref. Brambilla, p. 173. Rare and desirable medal. 27.5mm x 31mm. Item #Ita-123. *SOLD*
1902 Medal of recognition for service to the Royal House of Savoy, first type (Vittorio Emmanuel III). These beautifully made silver medals were issued to Nationals and foreigners alike. Awarded on King's accord as recompense for particular (or personal) service to Him or the Royal family. Nicely hallmarked to suspension eye (Rome and knot of Savoy). Struck by the Royal Mint (marked: 'Regia Zecca' to bottom obverse). Original ribbon with the very unusual clasp attachment. Probably the only official Italian medal with this kind of arrangement. All in great condition. Rarely bestowed medal, very hard to find in commerce. Reference: Brambilla, page 512. Item # Ita-31 *SOLD*
Ai Benemeriti Della Popolare Istruzione (For Merit in Common Instruction). Gold grade. Bronze gilt. Unmarked variation. Very similar to examples in Brambilla, p.519-20. Ribbon appears to be original. 29 mm diameter. Item #Ita-175. *SOLD*
Taking of Rome - 25th anniversary commemorative medal, 1870-1895. Vittorio Emanuele II and Umberto I to obverse. Silvered bronze. Good quality and condition. Replaced ribbon. 28.5mm. (Ref. Brambilla, page 384 type "A"). Item # Ita-112. *SOLD*
Public Service merit medal in bronze. VE III issue. Great details, shows wear. Original ribbon. 30mm. Item # Ita-101. *SOLD*
MVSN ("Black Shirts") or PNF (National Fascist Party) forage cap badge. Brass. Original folding prongs for fastening. Shows wear but no damage. 26 x 50 mm. Item #Ita-199. *SOLD*
GIL shoulder badge. Bakelite and paint. "Servizio del lavoro." Maker-marked on the back: "S.A. Emilio Pagani, Milano, Via Brioschi 35." Very unusual. 49.5 x 60 mm. Item # Ita-188. *SOLD*
GIL stickpin. Bronze gilt with enamels in nice condition. 16.5 mm dia. Item # Ita-196. *SOLD*
Tank troop badge, WWII era. 'Silver' grade. Proper thin die-struck white metal construction. Good details. Diagonal pin for fastening (assembly base marked: "Made Italy"). These are widely reproduced--this is your opportunity to own an original. Showing age, no damage. 45mm x 32mm. Item # Ita-1. *SOLD*
Italy-War Medal 1915-1918. Awarded for participation in the World War 1. The medal's obverse bears the helmeted head of King Victor Emanuel III and around the rim is the text "GVERRA PER L'VNITA D'ITALIA 1915- 1918" (War for the Unity of Italy). Reverse depicts an upright Victory standing on shields held by 2 soldiers. Around the rim is the text "CONIATA 'NEL BRONZO NEMICO" ('made from enemy bronze'). Designer's name on obverse: S. Canevari. Excellent condition, complete with original ribbon. Item # Ita-2. *SOLD*
Medal for Italo-Turkish war in 1911-12. Vittorio Emanuelle III to obverse, laurel wreath and writing to reverse. Silver. Original ribbon lightly soiled. First issue of the medal by: L. Giorgi. Marked with crowned 'Z' (Regia Zecca - Royal Mint). Showing typical wear, good condition. Item # Ita-3. *SOLD*
Order of Vittorio Veneto. Four-armed bronze cross. Oak leaves to arms, star to centre with inscription 'Ordine Di Vittorio Veneto'. Reverse has laurel leaves to arms and helmet to centre. Original ribbon. Very good condition. Shows typical wear with some scratches. Item # Ita-4. *SOLD*
WW1 Soldiers of the Army of the Orient (Balkan region) commemorative medal. Usual great Italian design by P. Morbiducci. Made in bronze by M. Nelli Inc. Firenze. Ribbon appears to be original. 25mm in diameter. Rarely offered and interesting medal. Item # Ita-5 *SOLD*
Corpo Automobilistico (Transportation Corps) commemorative medal. Italian Military Transport Corps dates back to 1900 when Ministry of War acquired first automobile (steam engine). Corps evolved and grew substantially by 1906, official military courses started by 1908. During War with Turkey (1912) Corps saw first real combat with 54 Fiat trucks in service. Medal seems to be dating from Colonial period, perhaps Italian campaigns or later on in Ethiopia. Bronze and enamels! Great design and execution. Reverse in very high relief. 30mm in diameter. Display mounted on colonial ribbon. Shows age and darkening, enamels for the most part intact. Rare and very interesting. Item # Ita-6. *SOLD*
Commemorative Cross for the Expeditionary Corps in Russia during WW2 (also known as the "Snow Cross"). 1st original issue in SILVER! Full markings to reverse (silver marks and maker). As pictured in Brambilla/Fossati's book (GUS-02, page 30). Small chip to original ENAMEL (not lacquer) at narrow part of the left arm, couple minor scuffs throughout. Half of original silk ribbon, safety-pin fastener (original arrangement). Reverse inscriptions deeply impressed, much better quality then the regular crosses. Silver examples are super-rare. If you're looking for one - this is it! We have yet to see a better example! 42.5mm wide. Item # Ita-8 *SOLD*
1896 Commemorative medal for marriage of Vittorio Emmanuel III and Elena Petrovic-Njegos, daughter of King Nicholas I of Montenegro. Clean striking in silvered bronze. Unmarked. 28.5mm in diameter. Complete with ribbon, unsure if original. Interesting medal. Few scratches to obverse but not detractive. Item # Ita-9. *SOLD*
Republic era. Medal of honour for long navigation (Navy). Frosted silver finish. Not often seen. Complete with original watermarked ribbon. 32.5 mm in diameter. Nicely detailed. Majority of original silver-frosting remaining. Very good condition. Item # Ita-10. *SOLD*
Order of St. Maurice and St. Lazarus. Second type of the award (1860- 1946). Officer's cross. Silver gilt. Other than hairline crack (no chipping) to reverse - no damage. Original ribbon. Very good condition. 40mm. Very good details to trim. Traces of tarnish. Item # Ita-15. *SOLD*
Same as above except much earlier example of the award. Entirely different crown, much more robust. Also the bulbous tips of the cross are much thicker then usual - nearly 8mm thick! Silver gilt, much worn. Original ribbon and case of issue. 38.5mm. Enamels in perfect condition. Rarely encountered with this crown. Item # Ita-16. *SOLD*
Terza Armata (3rd Army) WWI Commemorative Cross. Unusual variety with different coloured enamels (no chipping or cracking). Such type is shown in Brambilla/Fossati's bok (page 21, fig. GUP-04/H). Original ribbon display mounted. Silvered bronze, unmarked. Obviously privately manufactured piece. Most interesting and rarely seen. Item # Ita-23 *SOLD*
Alpine Rifles National Association medal. Issued to commemorate gathering in Rome in 1928 (Year VII of Mussollini's calendar). Great design, struck by S. Johnson. Complete with ribbon (display mounted). 35mm in diameter. Alpine Rifles particpated in some of hardest fought battles during WW1 and were very highly regarded. Item # Ita-25 *SOLD*
1918 Liberation of Triest commemorative medal. Bronze, enamelled coat of arms (city of Trieste) and Italian national flag. Beautifully designed medal, reverse showing tall standing Victory welcoming Italian infantry and cavalry. 29.5mm dia. Maker marked: 'A. Gerosa-Milano'. Complete with display mounted green ribbon. Very interesting and rarely seen piece. Item # Ita-26 *SOLD*
Colonial Merit Order. Knight. Nice enamels (one chip to green riband of obverse). Gilt (silver or bronze) Original ribbon. 40.8mm. Attractive piece. Late type of the award as earlier pieces had the Royal cipher affixed to the centre disk. Handsome award, mostly given to the colonial subjects and Italian citizens residing in the Colonies for their deeds of merit. Italian colonies comprised the Bay of Assab on the Red Sea, Eritrea, Somaliland (Ethiopia) and Libya. Piece here is most certainly to a colonial subject since it is slightly larger then the regulation stated (35mm). This was common amongst awards issued to Muslims invited to the Order. Item # Ita-27. *SOLD*
1935/36 Ethiopian Campaign commemorative medal. Possibly the finest example of this medal complete with original silk ribbon and Roman sword device (indicating combat award). Official 1st issue by national mint, marked with crowned 'Z' (Reggia Zecca) and letter 'A' (indicating first series). Medal designed by V. Perrone. Excellent condition to all, light aging. Burnished bronze. Item # Ita-28. *SOLD*
1923 - 1943. Breast badge of GIL (Giovento Italiana del Littorio). GIL was the Fascist Youth movement (similar to Hitler Youth in Germany). Military training badge, sword grade. Silver, 34mm in diameter. Attractive design, Roman sword, Mussolini's facsimile inscription. Safety pin-type fastener. Great condition. Maker: 'Picchiani Barlacchi, Firenze'. Item # Ita-29. *SOLD*
WW2 Commemorative Cross of Motorized Division "Bologna". Unit operated in Africa 1942-43. Saw action in Battle of Tobruk. 1st type of the cross with small letters to reverse. Small chip to white enamels in left-top arms (centre), couple of hairline cracks to left arm (not chipped). Most original gilding worn but still reasonable piece. Ribbon has been changed with the purple African Volunteer medal one, also addition of combatant sword device. Very interesting. 33.4mm. Item # Ita-30. *SOLD*
Medal of Saint Maurice. It is closely linked with the Order of St. Maurice and Lazarus. Originally the medal was founded by King Carlo Alberto in 1838 and meant only for officers who were already Knights of the St. Maurice/Lazarus Order and were still performing military duties (for 50 years). Original awards were in solid gold. There were 2 sizes: 55mm for commanding officers (worn around the neck) and 39mm for lower rank officers (worn on breast). During WW1, awarding was temporarily suspended. In 1924, a new Royal decree re-instituted the award, but in gilt bronze from Austrian cannons taken during the War. Originally, medals had dark patina which in turn was changed to lighter gilding. Also the number of years served in order to receive the award was reduced to 10 along with slight reduction in size. Example here is of the larger type with original ribbon. Higher grade of the award (to commanding officers) - 50mm in diameter. Gilding rather nice. This is the pre-Republic (1943/44) award as reverse inscription reads: Al Cavaliere Mauriziano' (these lines were omitted on the Republican pieces). Medal by: 'Alberti'. Very good condition, just slight wear to centre. Very interesting and rarely offered piece. Item # Ita-32. *SOLD*
WW1 Victory medal by: F.M. Lorioli & Castelli, Milano (there were a number of makers of this interesting medal). Original ribbon, showing age and normal wear. Good details. 36mm. Item # Ita-33. *SOLD*
WW1 Victory medal. Type without maker marks (these are quite hard to find). Quality seems to be slightly better than other types of this medal. Very good and crisp details. Original ribbon shows age and wear. 36mm. Item # Ita-35 *SOLD*
Naval merit medal bronze grade. Republican issue. Very good condition to all. Original ribbon. Light wear. Item # Ita-38. *SOLD*
Kingdom, Officer's 25 year Military service Cross in gilt. Very interesting type with fancy suspension and pebbled arms. Great condition, original ribbon. Item # Ita-40. *SOLD*
WW1 commemorative cross for the 4th Army. Later issue. Original ribbon. Non-enamelled center type. Plain reverse. Good details, silvered bronze (shows wear and age). 52.5mm. Item # Ita-50. *SOLD* (70)
WW1 commemorative cross for the 1st Army. Late issue (probably WW2). Original ribbon. Enamels not chipped (light hairline cracks to right arm). Most original gilding remains. Some wear to reverse. 42mm. Item # Ita-51. *SOLD*
Commemorative cross for the Expeditionary Corps in Russia during WW2. Original issue by Lorioli Milano (marked to bottom of reverse). As pictured in Brambilla/Fossati's book (GUS-02/A, page 30). Light wear to original white lacquer. Original silk ribbon, soiled. Aging throughout. Rare original, getting difficult to obtain. 42.6mm. Item # Ita-52. *SOLD*
WWI Commemorative Honour Medal for military forces. Beautiful design in bronze by S. Saponaro, M. Nelli Inc. Firenze. Brambilla p. 640, type 'A'. Complete with ribbon. Interesting and rarely seen medal. 30.2mm diameter. Item # Ita-55. *SOLD*
Commemorative medal of 1918 Victory for members of National Legion "Sempre Pronti" (Always Ready). Medal was established in 1921. Period ribbon as worn during WW2. The first pattern had blue/white colours but was changed later. Medal in bronze by Giuseppe Romagnoli. Made by Zecca (but none were marked with the familiar crowned Z) - according to Brambilla. Shows age and light wear. Overall very nice. Rarely offered. 28mm. Item # Ita-56. *SOLD* (80)
1941 Commemorative medal for occupation/campaign of Dalmatia. Highly detailed medal in bronze by AFFER. Great condition. Complete with ribbon and sword device (combatant). 32mm. Item # Ita-59. *SOLD*
1943-44 American 5th Army in Italy commemorative medal. Issued to Americans and Italians involved during campaigns. Bronze, by S.Vatteroni, Carrara. 32.5mm. Original ribbon soiled. Item # Ita-74. *SOLD*
1943-45 Campaign of Liberation medal .Bronze, original ribbon. 32mm. Light wear. Item # Ita-75. *SOLD*
American Victory in Italy 1944 medal. Bronze gilt, spotty darkening. Inscribed: Deliverer, American Armies. Soldier piercing the lion, swastika under the bayonette. High relief, shows light wear. Interesting medal. Original ribbon. 34.2mm. Item # Ita-76. *SOLD*
WWII Russian Front commemorative badge. Offered to returning expeditionary forces; interestingly, had to be purchased by veterans from the maker. Die-cast in white metal. Fully marked reverse. Good details. Interesting piece. 43.5mm in diameter. Good condition; shows light wear and age. Item # Ita-78. *SOLD*
1919 Fiume 'Expedition' commemorative medal. Issued to all participants; 2,500 volunteers organized into paramilitary units crossed the border into Yugoslavia (then Austria) and seized the town of Fiume. The Allies had promised Italy this town back in 1915 if they joined their ranks. Italians took it themselves, marching into the city in 1919. Later it became part of Yugoslavia. Original, bronze medal (there are many recently made copies) and ribbon. Good detail. Unmarked (proper for this medal), designed by A.De Carolis. 39.2mm. Very good condition. Item # Ita-83. *SOLD*
1933 Colonial Public Services, silver merit medal by Morbiducci. Silvered bronze. Original ribbon. Light wear. Good details to all. Attractive medal and rarely seen. 30.5mm in diameter. Item # Ita-85. *SOLD*
Italian Oriental Africa labour award 1938. First type (Brambilla # 740) by Affer. Original ribbon, silver plated bronze. High relief details. 32mm diameter. Light wear. Good condition. Hard to find. Item # Ita-87. *SOLD*
1919 Medal for the Mothers (or widows) of the Fallen during WW1. Type "G.Prini - Sacchini" (Brambilla # 588 type "B"). All original, bronze. Worn but good condition. 32.8mm. Interesting. Item # Ita-89. *SOLD*(55)
Kingdom, Vittorio Emanuele II (1861 - 1878). Medal of merit, large gold (silver gilt). Rarely offered for sale. Shows wear. Rome city mint mark to eyelet (somewhat vague but definitely there). Some damage to eyelet but medal is quite nice.37.5mm. Original ribbon. Item # Ita-91. *SOLD*
WW1 commemorative medal. Issued by the city of Rome. Official type (Brambilla # 599, type 'A'). Original ribbon. Bronze medal by A. Apolloni, crowned 'Z'. Little wear. 30mm. Item # Ita-95. *SOLD*
March on Rome (1922) commemorative medal in bronze. Unnamed but of high quality with great details (unlike recent copies). Original period ribbon. Shows age. 35mm. Item # Ita-96. *SOLD* (58)
Silver Merit medal. Original ribbon with date 1901 (hard to make out). Rome mint mark to eyelet. Nice example, hard to find in silver. Good condition, fine details. 30mm. Item # Ita-98. *SOLD*
Bronze Merit medal, Umberto I (1878-1900) issue. Good details, Rome mint mark to eyelet. Blackened bronze, original ribbon. 30.2mm. Spotty patina (green). Item # Ita-99. *SOLD*
1925-26 Balilla (Italian Fascist Youth movement) 2nd grade medal. This is one of the earlier medals for Balilla as the organization was created by Mussolini in 1922. Shows much wear, original ribbon. Rarely seen type. 27.5mm dia. Item # Ita-107. *SOLD*
WW1 commemorative medal for the 41st Artillery Regiment. Unit saw much action during battles of Trentino, Carso, Piave, Giudi-Carie and others. Medal presented to members of the regiment only. Some 37 Military Valour medals had been awarded to this regiment (14 silver and 23 bronze) during WW1. Medal in bronze, worn and with few edge bumps. Great design. Most interesting. 30mm. Old ribbon. Item # Ita-111. *SOLD*
Italian State 50th Anniversary commemorative medal, 1848-1898. Obverse features images of Vittorio Emanuele II, Umberto I and Vittorio Emanuele III (then Crown Prince). Reverse shows the eagle of the House of Savoy amongst the clouds. Silver-plated bronze, 29mm dia. Interesting and very attractive piece in great condition, complete with ribbon (unsure whether original). Item # Ita-113. *SOLD*
Italy-Libyan campaign (1912-13) medal in silver, with 1913 service bar. First official issue by Regia Zecca (Royal Mint). Vittorio Emanuele III to obverse, laurel wreath and writing to reverse. Medal in very good condition. Designer's name to obverse: L. Giorgi. A few wear marks to reverse. Original ribbon, also in very good condition. (Ref. Brambilla, p. 555.) Item # Ita-115. *SOLD*
RARE War in Libya commemorative medal. Silver, rectangular medal by S. Johnson. Obverse depicts soldier bearing Italian flag against a local background, inscribed "Libia 1911-12". Full inscription to reverse. Highly unusual piece in excellent condition. Complete with original wrapping and pouch of issue marked "S. Johnson, Milano" (slight tear to top of pouch). Name (of recipient?) handwritten on pouch, difficult to decipher. Would make a excellent addition to a collection of Libyan campaign memorabilia. 24x34mm. Item Ita-118. *SOLD*
1805 Napoleon Bonaparte Coronation as King of Italy Commemorative Medal. Historically significant medallion featuring Napoleon's profile on obverse and the 'Iron Crown' of Italy to reverse with full inscription. The rarer Denon/Andrieu type. Silvered bronze (majority of the silver plating has worn off). Altered for wear with the addition of a suspension eye and breast ribbon (likely during War of Independence). Very good condition considering its age. Crisp detail. Thoroughly hallmarked. A wonderful piece. 41.3mm dia. Ref. Brambilla p.70 (type "A"). Item # Ita-119. *SOLD*
G.I.L. (i.e., Italian Fascist Youth) decoration for leaders and commanders. Bronze gilt. Cut out badge by Boeri Roma. Blue enamel to ribband intact. Spotty tarnish to obverse. Original lictor (a.k.a. fascia - bundle of rods with protruding axe blade) device on original black ribbon. Good condition overall. Mounted on cardboard. Hard to find. 32.5 mm diameter. *SOLD* Item # Ita-121.
"Armata del Po" medal, WWII. Bronze. Wonderful kneeling archer design, with "Ad Arco Teso" inscription to obverse; horses and "Armata del Po" on reverse. Design by De Marchis, made by S. Johnson (marked). Well-struck with few spots. Tri-colour watermarked ribbon, appears to be of age. 30mm diameter. Item #Ita-126. *SOLD*
Order of Saint George, Knight cross. This Order is international, but is based in Italy. It is one of the oldest Christian organizations with limited membership. Very attractive breast cross in silver gilt and fine translucent red enamels. Two-part construction. Fitted with proper ribbon. Appears to be more of recent vintage, circa 1950's. Unusually high quality for a relatively 'contemporary' piece. Aside from very light wear marks to reverse, I'd rate it as excellent conditon. Italian silver hallmark (925) to bottom of reverse. Hard to find award. 52.4mm wide. Item # Ita-129. *SOLD*
Commemorative medal of 1918 Victory for members of National Legion "Sempre Pronti" (Always Ready). Established in 1921. Medal in bronze by Giuseppe Romagnoli. Made by Zecca, but none were marked with the familiar crowned Z, according to Brambilla, p. 617. This piece fitted with proper period national coloured ribbon. Shows age and light wear; spot of tarnish on obverse. Rarely offered. 28mm. Item # Ita-132. *SOLD*
WWI Commemorative Medal for the Merchant Marine. Made in bronze by S. Johnson (marked to bottom obverse), a rare maker for this medal. Medal in great condition, nice uniform patina. Original ribbon. Rarely seen on 'merchant marine' ribbon; not many such medals were awarded. Ref: Brambilla page 629. A must for serious collector. Item # Ita-133. *SOLD*
Kingdom, 1926 Air Force Long Service medal. Issued for 10 years service. Bronze. Design by G. Castiglione, very good quality striking by Stefano Johnson (well marked). Complete with original ribbon and small eagle device (nearly always missing from these medals). Some minor holes to ribbon. Overall excellent condition. Hard to find medal. Ref. Brambilla, page 668 (type "B"). Item # Ita-146. *SOLD*
Aeronautical Valour silver medal, 1927-44 type. Good details. Unmarked. Original ribbon. Item # Ita-147. *Sold*
Aeronautical Valour bronze medal, 1927-44 type. Good details. Unmarked. Original ribbon. Item # Ita-148. *SOLD*
War Merit Cross. 1918 type. Blackened bronze. Early quality suspension assembly with flat ribbon hanger. Marked to bottom arm (beside hilt of the sword) with impressed "B". Marked crosses by private manufacture are hard to find (only the very first ones were made by the State Mint - 'Regia Zecca' and those are extremely rare). Shows age, no damage. Original ribbon with few pulls. Ref. Brambilla, page 582. Fine quality example. Item # Ita-153. *SOLD*
War Merit Cross. 1918 type. Oxidized bronze. Private manufacture, marked "R" in relief. Typical suspension assembly. Original ribbon; one stain and few light pulls. Very good condition. Ref. Brambilla, page 582. Item # Ita-154. *SOLD*
War Merit Cross. 1918 type, later issue. Light bronze. Unmarked, usual quality with thick wire ribbon hanger. Minor wear marks. Original ribbon with a few pin marks. Probably the most common in the series. Item # Ita-155. *SOLD*
War Cross for Military Valour. 1922 type. Bronze, with good quality suspension assembly with flat ribbon hanger. Complete with original ribbon and sword device for gallantry. Very good example. Ref. Brambilla, page 618. Item # Ita-156. *SOLD*
Cross for Military Valour. 1941 type. Very nice 'textbook' early-WWII example. Blackened bronze. Inscription was changed (from 1918/23 types) to: "Croce Al Valor Militare". Shows light wear. Cross in very good condition. Original ribbon (darker blue than 1918 types) with sword device for gallantry in the battlefield. A few light pulls to ribbon. Hard to find type, if you collect WWII awards this should be of interest to you. Not as frequently awarded as crosses for the Great War. Ref. Brambilla, page 773. Item # Ita-157. *SOLD*
Cross for Military Valour. 1943 type. Another fine example of WWII award, as issued (amongst others) to members of the Italian Expeditionary Forces in Russia. Very good quality striking by anonymous maker should please discerning collector (note crown details which are great). Wire ribbon hanger and flat suspension eye. Inscription (Valore Militare) along with ribbon colour differentiate this type from the previous one. Ref. Brambilla, page 805, type "B". Difficult type to find. Item # Ita-158. *SOLD*
Cross for Military Valour. 1949 type, second variation with 'Valore Di Guerra' inscription. This type illustrates a major change in design: removal of Royal cypher/crown, replaced by "RI" (Repubblica Italiana). Blackened bronze, original ribbon. Excellent condition. Nice post-War example. Ref. Brambilla, page 845 type "C". Item #Ita-159. *SOLD*
Cross for Military Valour. 1949 type, second variation with 'Valore Militare' inscription. Blackened bronze, original ribbon. Light wear, no damage. Nice post-War example. Ref. Brambilla, page 845 type "B". Item #Ita-160. *SOLD*
War Cross of Merit. 1949 type, third variation with 'Merito Di Guerra' inscription. This was the last and final design for this interesting award. Light bronze, quality suspension assembly. Original ribbon (note change from previous variation). Great condition. Item # Ita-161. *SOLD*
Royal Yacht Club motorboat racing medal. Silver. Dynamic boating design to obverse. Reverse with yacht club ("RYC") flag in enamels. Maker marked to obverse: "F.P.M." Reverse fully hallmarked with '800' and Milan assay. On original ribbon. 32 mm. Item # Ita-162. *SOLD*
Royal Yacht Club motorboat racing medal. Gold grade, silver gilt. Dynamic boating design to obverse. Reverse with yacht club ("RYC") flag in enamels. Maker marked to obverse: "F.P.M." Reverse fully hallmarked with '800' and Milan assay. On original ribbon. 32 mm. Item # Ita-163. *SOLD*
Long Command Medal of Merit for Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers. 1935 type. "Silver" grade, for 15 years' service. Variation with rounded sword to reverse. Marked 'TB' (?) (under first 'A' on obverse). Shows wear. Ref. Brambilla, p. 705. On original ribbon (a few pulls). Item # Ita-165. *SOLD*
Long Command Medal of Merit for Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers. 1935 type. "Gold" grade, i.e., bronze gilt, for 20 years' service. Shows slight wear. Variation with rounded sword to reverse. Marked 'TB' (?) (under first 'A' on obverse). Ref. Brambilla, p. 705. On original ribbon. Item # Ita-167. *SOLD*
Public Security Long Command Medal of Merit. 1965 type. "Gold" grade, i.e., bronze gilt, for 20 years' service. Unmarked variation with smaller, higher relief design to obverse, "RI" shield on reverse. Ref. Brambilla, p. 888. On original ribbon. Item # Ita-174. *SOLD*
Military Academy medal. Scuola Militare, Mak 100, 62 Corso. Bronze. 38 mm. Item # Ita-176. *SOLD*
GIL badge of distinction. Early quality by S. Johnson, Milano. Silvered bronze. 39mm diameter. Very good condition. Item # Ita-177. *SOLD*
GIL gym competition badge. A lot of attention was paid to physical education of the GIL. Silvered brass, thin die-struck badge by Loriolli Fratelli, Milano. 42mm x 35mm. Shows age and wear. Great design. Item # Ita-178. *SOLD*
GIL badge of distinction. Late quality by Stab. Artistici, Fiorentini. Aluminum, official issue. Good condition, a few tarnished areas. 39mm diameter. Item # Ita-179. *SOLD*
Opera Balilla gym competition badge. Thin die-struck construcion, silvered brass. Interesting design. Locking pin fastener, maker: FAS (Stab. Artistici, Fiorentini). 43x 32mm. Item # Ita-181. *SOLD*
Opera Balilla Musketeers cap badge. Better than usual quality; thick white metal, die-struck by Castellli Gerosa, Milano. Original fastening prongs replaced by locking vertical pin (old, period job). Badge lightly curved. 45mm x 33mm. Item # Ita-182. *SOLD*
Opera Balilla badge of distinction. 'Se Avanzo Seguitemi' inscription is one of Mussollini's popular fascist slogans (literally meaning 'If I advance, you shall follow'). Silvered metal badge, hallmarked on reverse by Royal Mint (Reggia Zecca). Some damage directly above Mussollini's head, due to obvious re-soldering of the pin. Otherwise good condition, toned with age. Hard to find - larger size. 39mm in diameter. Item # Ita-183. *SOLD*
Opera Balilla badge of distinction. Silvered bronze by FM. Lorioli Castelli (full markings to reverse along with a 'reproduction prohibited' statement). Some darkening along the pin assembly but all original. Showing age and wear, but no damage. 37mm dia. Item # Ita-184. *SOLD*
Opera Balilla, commemorative badge for the 7th annual (1935) Youth gathering at the Campo Dux stadium, in the 13th year ("A.XIII") of the Fascist era. These were held every year, starting in 1929. Very rare example in hallmarked (800 and Milan) silver, obviously an expensive privately purchased badge. Vertical pin, great details and condition. 38mm in diameter. Item # Ita-185. *SOLD*
PNF (National Fascist Party), women's membership pin. Bronze with enamels. Unusual construction with fascia applied via two rivets. Maker-marked "S.A. Pagani, Milano." Vertical locking pin. 15.5 x 19 mm. Item # Ita-200. *SOLD*
PNF (National Fascist Party), men's membership pin. Bronze with applied fascia and enamel. Some darkening to right side. Maker-marked "F.M. Lorioli Castelli, Milano." Locking pin. 13 x 20 mm. Item # Ita-201. *SOLD*
7th Army WW1 commemorative medal. Bronze by S.J. Such medals are rare in commerce, would certainly look great in your WW1 collection. Item # Ita-203 *SOLD*
