The Italy Star was for his service after the capture of Pantellaria on June 11
On July 4th
affixed to a solid aluminum support plate via two long screws
silver wash on wreath nearly completely gone
A Serbian Order Of St.sava 1921-1941; 5Th Class Knight Hold The Italy Star was for2nd Model, 2nd Pattern, 5th Class, Knight, Cased; Saint in Green Robes. Silver gilt and enamels, 41. 7 mm x 68. 8 mm, original triangular ribbon, dark patina, intact enamels, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, inscribed "CB. CABA V." on the lid, maker marked "HUGERNIN FRERES & Co. LE LOCALE Medailleurs (Suisse)" on the inside lid, recessed medal bed, soiled, paper covering peeling on the back edge, case near fine.