Italy, Kingdom. A Commemorative Cross Of The Spanish Campaign Auction Archive handpainted centrepiece on the reverse

handpainted centrepiece on the reverse

circa 1930 issue

Below the strap is an embroidered manufacturer's label illustrating a coat-of-arms and inscribed "Hanrath MÜNSTER i/W

30 mm x 54

Italy, Kingdom. A Commemorative Cross Of The Spanish Campaign Auction Archive handpainted centrepiece on the reverseCroce Commemorativa della Campagna di Spagna. Instituted in 1940. In bronze, measuring 36. 8 mm (w) x 43. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, oxidation evident on the reverse, spotting overall, original ribbon, fine. Footnote: The medal was formally instituted on June 6, 1940 on the basis of previous unofficial initiatives dating back to 1938, to recognize acts of outstanding bravery by members of the Italian Legion in the