Italy, Republic. An Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Grand Cross Set by Johnson, 1970 Archive framed by a wreath of

framed by a wreath of laurel leaves

9 / HEIGHT 5'7" to 5'8" / BREAST - 39" to 40"

for field cap

strong will

fired three torpedoes resulting in the sinking of two ships

Italy, Republic. An Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Grand Cross Set by Johnson, 1970 Archive framed by a wreath ofInstituted 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. 7 mm (w) x 100. 0 mm (h), worn on original full length sash, enamels intact, light gilt wear, in extremely fine condition. The Star of the Order, featuring an eight point silver star with faceted rays, the obverse