An Italian Order Of The Italian Star Of Solidarity; Third Class Auction from 1942 to 1943 in

from 1942 to 1943 in South Australia

The author provides a perceptive insight into the motivation of men devoted above all to three things: adventure

Schäfer was killed during a defensive battle on March 3

His encounter at Ypres the month before had produced a case of "Shell Shock"

illustrating one eagle above crossed branches with raised wire accents representing the veins of the wreath

An Italian Order Of The Italian Star Of Solidarity; Third Class Auction from 1942 to 1943 inSilver gilt, maker marked "POZZI ROMA" on the reverse of the wreath, obverse illustrating a depiction of the Good Samaritan, reverse inscribed "ANNO MCMXLVIII" (1948) surrounded by the inscription "STELLA DELLASOLIDARIETA ITALIANA", 57. 5 mm x 78. 2 mm inclusive of its wreath suspension, original ribbon, light contact, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, gilt Italian Republic insignia affixed to the lid, maker marked "Auturo Pozzi