Italy, Republic. An Order Of Merit Of The Italian Republic, Grand Cross Set, In Gold, By E. Gardino Succ Cravanzola Auction Archive maker marked “32 - R

maker marked “32 - R

Germany (swastika) and Italy (fascia)

accompanied by a USAF Aircrew Badge in silvered bronze with both lugs intact

Hessischen Husaren-Regiment Nr

7 mm (w) x 75

Italy, Republic. An Order Of Merit Of The Italian Republic, Grand Cross Set, In Gold, By E. Gardino Succ Cravanzola Auction Archive maker marked “32 - RType I (1951 2001). In 18K Gold (!), a white enamelled cross pattee with a ball finial at the end of each arm, a five point star in the center of the cross and eagles in each quadrant, the reverse mirrors the obverse, the badge is surmounted by a large crown with red, black, green, and white enamel details, marked 750 on top of crown, measures 68. 35mm (w) x 90. 8mm (h inclusive of crown), weighs 47. 7 grams, includes the full length period sash,