Italy, Republic. A Military Order Of Italy, Commander, C.1950 certificate_of_authenticity original embroidered eagle and snake

original embroidered eagle and snake insignia on ribbon

24 mm (w) x 27

Instituted in 1936

Footnote: Olmützer Militärmedaille was awarded by the City of Olmütz (Olomouc) in 1796 to 10 bravest volunteers-troopers who served during campaigns against French Troops

A Bill was introduced in Congress and despite some initial opposition from the War Department

Italy, Republic. A Military Order Of Italy, Commander, C.1950 certificate_of_authenticity original embroidered eagle and snake(nee Military Order of Savoy). In silver gilt with red, white, light green and dark green enamels, measuring 54 mm (w) x 79 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, intact enamels, slight yellowing evident in the white enamels on the arms, on its original full length neck ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Military Order of Savoy was the highest and most prestigious Italian military order, awarded for exceptional conduct in war. It was founded on