Italy, Kingdom. A Second War Medal For The War Of 1940-1943 Newly Listed opening two reveal two compartments

opening two reveal two compartments each hidden with brown leather flaps closing with identical strap and stud closure

Footnote: The German National Prize for Art and Science traces its origins to 1935

including United States President Dwight Eisenhower and Earl Mountbatten of Burma

each measuring 5 x 2 1/4 inches

An absolutely mint bronze grade Tank Badge (Panzerkampfabzeichen) in top condition

Italy, Kingdom. A Second War Medal For The War Of 1940-1943 Newly Listed opening two reveal two compartmentsType II, Rare. In bronze gilt, measuring 32 mm (w) x 37 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, scattered gilt wear, light contact, original ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The intention of creating a medal for "the current war" was expressed by the Ministry of War on November 4, 1941 and reaffirmed on July 3, 1945 and November 17, 1948. However, it was not until May 6, 1959, after Italy had become a Republic, that the award was finally