An 1859 Italian Independence Medal
90mm (h – includes integral suspension ring)
The interior right collar has three magnetic metal hooks meeting an equal number of magnetic metal eyelets on the left allowing the collar to sit flush with the neck
the reverse bearing a central wreathed inscription of “VERDIENST UMS VATERLAND” (“MERIT TO THE FATHERLAND”)
retaining a functional stand
Canada, CEF. A Lot of Three Canadian Regimental/Battalion Cap Badges Auction Archive An 1859 Italian Independence MedalA lot of three Canadian regimental cap badges, consisting of: 1. A 151st Central Alberta Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, Larger Type II without Canada, constructed of browning copper, both lugs intact on the reverse, unmarked, measuring 41. 5 mm in diameter. 2. A 151st Central Alberta Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, Smaller Type II without Canada, constructed of gilded bronze, with a functional horizontal pinback, unmarked, measuring 31. 2 mm in diameter.