Italy - Military medal - Order of the Crown of Italy

It is the classic bifacial construction of the Order of the Crown of Italy, A single lot composed of 3 original decorations of the Order of the Crown of Italy, established in 1868 by Victor Emmanuel II as King of Italy. Period: Kingdom of Italy (pre-1946). *Composition of the lot (3 inseparable pieces):* *1. COMMENDATORE - Neck Cross on a tie* Cross with 4 arms in white enamel with Savoia knots in gold wire between the arms. - Obverse: central blue enamel medallion with the Iron Crown of the Kings of Italy adorned with multicolored gems (green/white/red). - Reverse: black Sabaudian eagle crowned with a cross-shaped Savoy shield on the chest. - Dimensions: ~ 48-50 mm. Original long red neck ribbon with central white band + tricolor bow. Enamels intact, excellent condition. *2. CAVALIERE - Breast Cross* Same type but knight’s size. - Front/Back bifacial as above (front/back photos attached). - Dimensions: ~ 35 mm. Original triangular breast ribbon red/white/red. - White enamels perfect, gilding present. *3. MINIATURE for tailcoat / buttonhole* Miniature reproduction of the Knight rank, with original small ribbon. - Dimensions: ~ 15 mm. Enamels preserved. *General condition:* 100% authentic antique pieces, not modern reproductions. Original period ribbons with slight signs of wear and upper fraying as shown in the photos, common for the age. No restoration to enamel. Cohesive patina. The complete lot is ideal for a collection of Italian phaleristics of the Kingdom – tie + breast + miniature of the same Order. The photos are an integral part of the description. Total weight: ~ 70 g Provenance: Italian private collectio

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