Italy, Republic. An Order Of Merit Of The Italian Republic, Commander And Case By S. Johnson Newly Listed A pair of German stick

A pair of German stick pins

Crimean War Period

marked “NSRL” and “Ges

topped by a red and white enameled cross

without any signs of age or wear

Italy, Republic. An Order Of Merit Of The Italian Republic, Commander And Case By S. Johnson Newly Listed A pair of German stickInstituted March 3, 1951. A commander in silver gilt, featuring a white enamelled cross with ball finials and a silver gilt star in the center, eagles with outstretched wings in each quadrant, the reverse mirrors the obverse, the badge is surmounted by a large crown with enamel details, measures 55. 4mm (w) x 73. 1mm (h inclusive of crown suspension), weighs 39. 0 grams (including ribbon), worn on a neck ribbon, heavy gilt wear, enamels intact,