Italy – 1959 Bronze Medal – “Brescia Libera 18 Giugno 1859” – Treponti San Martino Solferino Centennial Beautiful Italian bronze medal commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Solferino and San Martino (1859–1959) — a key event in the Second Italian War of Independence, which led to the liberation of Lombardy from Austrian rule. ⸻ Obverse: Allegorical figure of Victory (Nike) standing left, inscribing on a shield. Legend: BRESCIA LIBERA – 18 GIUGNO 1859. Signed S. Johnson below exergue. Reverse: A palm branch and a broken chain — symbols of freedom — surrounded by the inscription: TREPONTI – S. MARTINO SOLFERINO – 1859–1959. ⸻ Metal: Bronze Diameter: 60 mm Weight: approx. 85–90 g Edge: Smooth Condition: Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated – attractive original brown patina, high-relief details, and fine preservation. Engraver: S. Johnson Mint: Italy, circa 1959 Rarity: Scarce commemorative issue produced in limited numbers for the centenary celebrations. ⸻ A refined Italian historical medal celebrating the unification battles of 1859 – a beautiful bronze piece symbolizing liberty and national unity.