Italy, Republic. An Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Grand Gross Set by Cravanzola, c. 1960 visually-hidden the reverse is plain and

the reverse is plain and marked “AD SCHWERDT INH

with a Radiant Cross placed behind his head and the Skull of Adam placed below him

The leather chin strap remains relatively supple but has been severed in two locations from active use

England for Canada on September 13

Italy, Republic. An Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Grand Gross Set by Cravanzola, c. 1960 visually-hidden the reverse is plain andInstituted March 3, 1951. Type I (1951 2001). In Silver, the Grand Cross presenting a white enamel cross with eagles in each quadrant and a central five point star, the reverse mirrors the obverse, surmounted by a large crown, measures 70. 2 mm (w) x 96. 3 mm (h), marked 800 for silver fineness on ring, worn on original full length sash, enamels intact, light gilt wear, in extremely fine condition. The Star of the Order, featuring an eight point