Italy, Republic. An Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Grand Gross Set by Cravanzola, c. 1960 visually-hidden The leather chin strap remains

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

Footnote: The RSI (Repubblica Sociale Italiana/ Italian Social Republic) was a paramilitary unit in Northern Italy which was under Fascist control and occupied by the German Army

Senator Antonio Mena Brito

the death sentence carried out on Fegelein

Italy, Republic. An Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Grand Gross Set by Cravanzola, c. 1960 visually-hidden The leather chin strap remainsInstituted 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