Italy, Kingdom. An Order of the Crown, Grand Cross Breast Star in Gold GTRexclude the obverse consisting of an

the obverse consisting of an oval platter with raised and scalloped edges

circumscribed by an inscription of “DEUTSCHE TATKRAFT” (“GERMAN SPIRIT”) and “IN 80 STUNDEN” (“IN 80 HOURS”)

A very well preserved example of a silver grade Close Combat Clasp (Nahkampfspange)

5mm (width) x 83

It has roman numerals printed onto the face

Italy, Kingdom. An Order of the Crown, Grand Cross Breast Star in Gold GTRexclude the obverse consisting of an(Ordine della Corona dItalia). Instituted on February 20th, 1868. A Grand Cross Star, in silver, an eight point star featuring clusters of alternating smooth and faceted rays, the obverse medallion in 18K Gold featuring a Lombardy crown on a blue enamelled field, surrounded by a Gold ring then a white ring inscribed VICT. EMMAN. II. REX. ITALIAE. MDCCCLXVI, encircled by a faceted ring, surmounted by a black enamelled eagle on the 12 oclock arm,