Italy, Kingdom. An Order Of The Crown, Commander Auction 1914-15 Star (in bronze

1914-15 Star (in bronze

leading to the annihilation of all enemy forces in the Rzhev area

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41 mm x 43 mm

Awarded to associated citizens in recognition of extraordinary merit

Italy, Kingdom. An Order Of The Crown, Commander Auction 1914-15 Star (in bronze(Ordine della Corona d'Italia). Instituted February 20, 1868 by Victor Emmanuel II. In silver gilt, a white enamelled cross with knots in each quadrant, the obverse medallion features a blue enamelled field with a Lombardy crown with red, green and white enamel details, the reverse medallion features a black enamelled eagle with a red and white enamelled shield on its chest, measures 51. 4mm (w) x 55. 24mm (h inclusive of integral loop), weighs 23. 8