Description
This is a circa 1930s or World War II visor cap badge for an enlisted or non-commissioned officer of the Italian Fascist Militia (MVSN - Milizia Volontaria per la Sicurezza Nazionale/ Voluntary Militia for National Security, or Blackshirts). The badge has some bullion details and is for wear on a field gray cap.
VINTAGE:Circa 1930s World War II.
SIZE:Approximately 3-11/16" in height and 3" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Wool embroidered in silk/ cotton and bullion thread, cloth backing.
ATTACHMENT:None.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from an Italian militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay VCJX12 LABJX10/12 SeACJX9/15
CONDITION:7+ (Very Fine+): The badge shows some light wear and minor tarnish.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.