Italy, Kingdom. A Medal For The Messina Earthquake 1908 certificate_of_authenticity 16 January 1969

16 January 1969

consisting of First Marine Division

scattered wear in the gold-coloured wash

for them to wear when they were shot down so that they would not be mistaken for downed Allied fliers and shot

with four awards

Italy, Kingdom. A Medal For The Messina Earthquake 1908 certificate_of_authenticity 16 January 1969(Medaglia commemorativa del terremoto Calabro Siculo 1908). Instituted in 1910. In silver, engraver marked L. GIORGI" on the obverse, measuring 31. 5 mm in diameter, contact marks on the monarch's face, bruised, edge nicks, original ribbon, near very fine. Footnote: The Commemorative Medal for Messina Earthquake was instituted on February 20, 1910 and was awarded to those who assisted in relief efforts or who raised funds or made donations towards the