An Order Of The Crown Of Italy In Gold; Commander With Case Hold Barthelmy of Ashtabula

Barthelmy of Ashtabula

with considerable wear throughout although it remains solid

He began military service on the 1st of September 1944 with a unit based in Wiesbaden

Original two-piece leather chinstrap has been lost to time

obverse illustrating the bust of a Canadian soldier over a tank with the date "1942" below

An Order Of The Crown Of Italy In Gold; Commander With Case Hold Barthelmy of AshtabulaGold with blue, white, red, green and black enamels, dual marked "O" on the loop, marked "O" on the edge of the bottom arm, 51. 5 mm, on an original full length neck ribbon, intact enamels, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, cypher of Victor Emanuel on the lid, unmarked, raised platform with recessed medal bed, soiling and wear evident on the exterior, case fine.