Italy (Fascist). An Order Of The Roman Eagle, Military Division, 5Th Class, Knight, C.1944 Auction Archive maker marked "BIRKS" and marked

maker marked "BIRKS" and marked "STERLING" on their reverse

That was followed two weeks later by combat at Ie Shima (now Iejima)

drill hole at the top

engraved "STEVEN B

Italy (Fascist). An Order Of The Roman Eagle, Military Division, 5Th Class, Knight, C.1944 Auction Archive maker marked "BIRKS" and markedType II (1943 1945). In silver with blue, white and green enamels, measuring 36. 2 mm (w) x 36. 2 mm (h), original ribbon, intact enamels, fine pitting evident on the white enamelled arms, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, eagle and fasces insignia on the lid, recessed medal bed, scuffing and edge wear evident on the exterior, case better than fine.