Italy, Republic. An Order Of Merit Of The Italian Republic, Commander And Case By S. Johnson Buy Now the obverse with a Stahlhelm

the obverse with a Stahlhelm in the center superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom

measuring 18 mm (w) x 11 mm (h)

Simonds was involved in planning for an abortive Churchill-inspired attack on Norway

Seventh Flotilla

with a spot of verdigris visible to the reverse six o’clock arm

Italy, Republic. An Order Of Merit Of The Italian Republic, Commander And Case By S. Johnson Buy Now the obverse with a StahlhelmInstituted March 3, 1951. A commander in silver gilt, featuring a white enamelled cross with ball finials and a silver gilt star in the center, eagles with outstretched wings in each quadrant, the reverse mirrors the obverse, the badge is surmounted by a large crown with enamel details, measures 55. 4mm (w) x 73. 1mm (h inclusive of crown suspension), weighs 39. 0 grams (including ribbon), worn on a neck ribbon, heavy gilt wear, enamels intact,