Long Service Cross, in gold (in war material)

CATEGORY: Version

SKU: 02.ITA.0197.102.01.002

Estimated market value:

$125+ USD

  • Long Service Cross (in war material) Obverse
  • Long Service Cross (in war material) Obverse
  • Long Service Cross (in war material) Reverse

Estimated market value:

$125+ USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Italy
  • Composition
    War Material gilt
  • Inscription
    Obv: VE Rev: XXV
  • Size
    36mm

History


This Medal was instituted by Victor Emmanuel III, and it was awarded to military personnel, regardless of rank, in recognition of extraordinary and long service.

The Medal was originally reserved for personnel who had rendered active service in the Army and Navy, but it was later expanded to include the service of Air Force personnel.

The Medal was originally composed of three grades, Gold Cross (with crown), Gold Cross (without crown), and the Silver Cross (without crown). In 1912, the Silver Cross (with crown) was added as a grade above the Silver Cross (without crown).

The Gold Gold (without crown) was awarded to Officers for 25 years of exceptionally meritorious service.

FOR SALE / WANTED

Item For Sale By

Be the first to sell this item

Wanted By

Be the first to request this item

Comments

Sign in to comment and reply.

Scroll Top