Italy - CSIR - Military medal
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This Italian lot contains two original Second World War decorations: a CSIR commemorative cross and a Lorioli “Fronte Russo” badge.
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LOT of Royal Italian Army items – Russian Campaign, WWII: C.S.I.R. Cross + “Russian Front” Breast Badge by Lorioli
Lot consisting of two iconic original period decorations that belonged to a veteran of the Royal Italian Army who served on the Eastern Front during World War II (Russian Campaign, 1941–1942).
1. C.S.I.R. Commemorative Cross (Italian Expeditionary Corps in Russia)
• Details: Official cross with the historic campaign locations (DNJEPR, DONETZ, BUG, DON) and the dates JULY 941 – JULY 942 on its arms.
• Ribbon: Original period two-tone ribbon (black and white).
• Condition: Good overall condition with an attractive patina of age. Shows typical, minor losses to the white enamel on the arms, evidence of age and period use.
2. “Russian Front” Breast Badge
• Manufacturer: F.M. LORIOLI FRATELLI – MILANO (clearly marked on the reverse).
• Marking: MOD. DEPOSITATO N. 38.
• Details: Laurel wreath design with crossed swords and the inscription “FRONTE RUSSO”.
• Condition: Excellent state of preservation, complete with its original, fully functional pin and catch on the reverse. Beautiful dark period patina; never cleaned.
LOT of Royal Italian Army items – Russian Campaign, WWII: C.S.I.R. Cross + “Russian Front” Breast Badge by Lorioli
Lot consisting of two iconic original period decorations that belonged to a veteran of the Royal Italian Army who served on the Eastern Front during World War II (Russian Campaign, 1941–1942).
1. C.S.I.R. Commemorative Cross (Italian Expeditionary Corps in Russia)
• Details: Official cross with the historic campaign locations (DNJEPR, DONETZ, BUG, DON) and the dates JULY 941 – JULY 942 on its arms.
• Ribbon: Original period two-tone ribbon (black and white).
• Condition: Good overall condition with an attractive patina of age. Shows typical, minor losses to the white enamel on the arms, evidence of age and period use.
2. “Russian Front” Breast Badge
• Manufacturer: F.M. LORIOLI FRATELLI – MILANO (clearly marked on the reverse).
• Marking: MOD. DEPOSITATO N. 38.
• Details: Laurel wreath design with crossed swords and the inscription “FRONTE RUSSO”.
• Condition: Excellent state of preservation, complete with its original, fully functional pin and catch on the reverse. Beautiful dark period patina; never cleaned.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
2
Army unit
CSIR
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
See pictures and description.
Authenticity
Original/official
Comes with certificate of authenticity
No
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