Italy, Kingdom. A Second War Medal For The War Of 1940-1943 Auction x 4 cm (w)

x 4 cm (w)

published by J

extremely fine + condition

1942 Italian Cross for Military Valour - Type II

Four zink buttons are distributed around the interior of the waistband

Italy, Kingdom. A Second War Medal For The War Of 1940-1943 Auction x 4 cm (w)Type II, Rare. In bronze gilt, measuring 32 mm (w) x 37 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, scattered gilt wear, light contact, original ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The intention of creating a medal for "the current war" was expressed by the Ministry of War on November 4, 1941 and reaffirmed on July 3, 1945 and November 17, 1948. However, it was not until May 6, 1959, after Italy had become a Republic, that the award was finally