Italy, Kingdom. An Order Of The Crown, Knight's Cross, C.1885 Auction Archive gilded bronze medal

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the Medal of the Cross of Takovo was created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Serbian uprising of 1815

Italy, Kingdom. An Order Of The Crown, Knight's Cross, C.1885 Auction Archive gilded bronze medal18781900 Silver gilt and enamels, 34. 8 mm, original ribbon, crazing in the enamels on the reverse lower arm, enamel loss on the cross on the eagle's chest on the reverse centrepiece, fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, cypher of Umberto I on the lid, purple satin and velvet combination lined interior, recessed medal bed, slightly soiled exterior, case also fine.