Italy, Republic. A Military Order of Savoy, Officer in Gold, c.1916 United Republic of measuring 208 mm (w) x

measuring 208 mm (w) x 108 mm (h)

the reverse with two visible rivets securing the obverse rings in place

stationed in Düsseldorf

CMG was killed by an enemy shell while reconnoitring on Hill 70

and pinned with gilded bronze rank pips and numerals “38”

Italy, Republic. A Military Order of Savoy, Officer in Gold, c.1916 United Republic of measuring 208 mm (w) xInstituted August 14, 1815. Type II (1855 1946). In 10 K Gold, a white enamel cross with green enamel segments in each quadrant, the obverse medallion presenting a white enamel cross on red enamelled field, encircled by the inscription AL MERITO MILITARE, the reverse medallion featuring crossed swords and the date 1853 with royal initials VE, suspended by a trophy of arms suspension denoting officer class, measures 42. 4 mm (w) x 76. 1 mm (h inclusive