Italy, Kingdom. An Al Valore Militare Awarded To “Colson, J.e. Chef D’escadron D’état-Major.”, C.1857 Auction Archive from an uncommon maker of

from an uncommon maker of SS edged weapons

violet thatched-look exterior

Riveted to the reverse of the shaft is a blackened leather strap with functional magnetic metal snap button for belt suspension

Red wool uppers

missing its swing bar suspension with clasp and ribbon

Italy, Kingdom. An Al Valore Militare Awarded To “Colson, J.e. Chef D’escadron D’état-Major.”, C.1857 Auction Archive from an uncommon maker ofMedal in die struck solid silver, 33 mm, stamped F. G on the obverse. The reverse inscription is dedicated to Colson, J. E. Chef descadron dtat major. In very fine condition. Footnote: This Medal was founded by Charles Albert, King of Sardinia in 1833. It was awarded to military personnel of all ranks for extraordinary valour and courage in wartime. This Medal was awarded to Chef dEscadron of the General Staff, Joseph Emile Colson, for valour in the