Italy, Republic. An Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Knight in Case by Johnson United Republic of affixed to a 25 mm-long

affixed to a 25 mm-long magnetic metal bar with a horizontal pinback

Of modern manufacturing: Silver with white enamels

ROSTFREI” flanked by the firm’s logos

It was frequently worn by Ethiopian sovereigns

unworn badge in mint condition

Italy, Republic. An Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Knight in Case by Johnson United Republic of affixed to a 25 mm-longInstituted March 3, 1951. In silver gilt, a white enamelled cross with eagles in each quadrant, the obverse medallion featuring a five point star, reverse mirrors the obverse, surmounted by a mural crown, measures 46. 3 mm (w) x 62. 4 mm (h), worn on a replacement ribbon, enamels intact, loss of gilt near edges, in extremely fine condition. Accompanied by a miniature in silver gilt and white enamels, and buttonhole boutonniere, both in very fine