Summary
War Medal (Medaglia Dell Guerra ) issued by Italy in 1920.
The medal was instituted on 29 July 1920 and was awarded for participation in World War I.
Obverse Description
Head of King Vittorio Emanuele III in helmet facing left, inscribed 'GUERRA PER L'UNITA D'ITALIA 1915 1918'. Medal is signed 'S. CANEVARI', with maker's name 'SACCHINI - MILANO'.
Reverse Description
Winged Victory figure on shields held above the helmeted heads of soldiers. Inscribed; 'CONIATA 'NEL BRONZO NEMICO' (Coined [Made] From Enemy Bronze).
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Harold Mower, Apr 1991
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Date Issued
1918 AD
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Issued By
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Mint
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Inscriptions
Obverse; 'GUERRA PER L'UNITA D'ITALIA 1915 1918' (War for the Unity of Italy 1915 1918). Reverse; 'CONIATA 'NEL BRONZO NEMICO' (Coined [Made] From Enemy Bronze).
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Series
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Material
Copper
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Axis
12
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Classification
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Dimensions
13.069 g (Weight)
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Shape
Round with loop
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