Italy, Kingdom. An Order of the Crown, Grand Officer Star, by D.Cravanzola Auction extensive material fatigue is evident

extensive material fatigue is evident to the case and includes separation of the lid

specifically the island of Malta

In near very fine condition and very scarce

8 mm x 47 mm)

reverse illustrating the Luftwaffe eagle insignia

Italy, Kingdom. An Order of the Crown, Grand Officer Star, by D.Cravanzola Auction extensive material fatigue is evident(Ordine della Corona d'Italia). Instituted in 1868. Multi piece construction, insignia in 18K Gold with red, white, green and blue enamels, mounted to an eight pointed silver star base, each star point with five faceted rays, with a faceted ray between each star point, maker marked "D. CRAVANZOLA SUCCi Flli BORANI ROMA" on the reverse cartouche, measuring 75. 5 mm (w) x 75. 5 mm (h), vertical pinback, intact enamels, very light contact, near extremely