Italy, Fascist State. An Order Of The Roman Eagle With Swords, Knight 1942-1943 Auction Archive reverse centre presenting institution year

reverse centre presenting institution year of 1882 on red enameled background

obverse illustrating two left-facing male portraits and inscribed "MERITO DOCENTE NAVAL" (Naval Teaching Merit) above

single lug

Captain McCampbell died on June 30

Italy, Fascist State. An Order Of The Roman Eagle With Swords, Knight 1942-1943 Auction Archive reverse centre presenting institution yearSilver gilt with red, green, blue and white enamels, 37. 8 mm x 38 mm, intact enamels, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, cypher of King Vittorio Emanuele III on the lid, maker marked "CRAVANZOLA ROMA" on the inside lid, recessed medal bed, lightly scuffed and crazed exterior, case better than very fine.