constructed of machine-embroidered silver aluminum bullion wire on a white wool background
the obverse bears an embroidered snake wrapped around a staff pole in black thread
16 mm (w) x 22 mm (h)
cross insignia in silver gilt with red and black enamels
(Luftwaffe Offizier-Koppelschloss)
Italy, Kingdom. A Military Order Of Savoy, V Class Knight, Type II C.1900 Hold constructed of machine-embroidered silver aluminum(Ordine Militare di Savoia). Instituted in 1815 and revised in 1855. Four piece construction, in 18K Gold with red, white and green enamels, excellent quality, weighing 8. 5 grams, measuring 35 mm (w) x 35 mm (h), intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The origin of the Military Order of Savoy was instituted in 1815 and revised on September 28, 1855. It can be traced back to the first honourary degrees granted by Victor Amadeus III of the Kingdom