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This is a circa 1930s or World War II officer cap badge for the Italian Fascist Militia (MVSN - Milizia Volontaria per la Sicurezza Nazionale/ Voluntary Militia for National Security, or Blackshirts). The badge is in gold bullion on black wool and is for wear on a black cap or fez.
VINTAGE:Circa 1930's World War II.
SIZE:Approximately 3-3/16" in height x 3-3/16" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Wool embroidered in silk/ cotton and bullion thread, cloth backing.
ATTACHMENT:To be sewn onto headwear.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from an Italian militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VGEX12 LBCEX10/12 SBCEX12/16/24
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.