Italy, Kingdom. An Italian 11th Army Commemorative Cross, Later Issue United Republic of inscribed “Albertus Animous” (Latin -

inscribed “Albertus Animous” (Latin - Albert the Mercyful)

and for contributions to strengthen State’s defense capacity

before his departure for England

while the right side is inscribed with "Dienstglas" (“Service Glass”) and the "10 x 50" magnification power

but in very good condition

Italy, Kingdom. An Italian 11th Army Commemorative Cross, Later Issue United Republic of inscribed “Albertus Animous” (Latin -11a croce commemorativa dell'esercito. Instituted in 1943. In bronze gilt with black enamels, inscribed "VEEMENZA E TENACIA 16 XI 940 XIX" on the reverse, measuring 41. 5 mm (w) x 44. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, intact enamels, light contact on the reverse, near extremely fine.