Description
1943 at Shrewsbury
A textbook example of an “Eisernes Kreuz 1939 2
53 mm (w) x 76
1896 - January 15
falling back upon Prilip on November 16th
Italy, Kingdom. A Medal For The Unification Of Italy, C.1860 Newly Listed 1943 at ShrewsburyType I (1848 1870). Silver, engraver marked "SPERANZA" on the obverse, 31. 5 mm, original ribbon, contact marks and surface wear evident on the obverse, edge nicks, bruised, near very fine. Footnote: The Medal for the Unification of Italy was established on April 24, 1883. It was issued in three versions: Type I dated 1848 1870; Type II dated 1848 1918; and Type III dated 1848 1922.