Description
This is a World War II dress uniform visor hat for an Italian Fascist Militia (MVSN - Milizia Volontaria per la Sicurezza Nazionale/ Voluntary Militia for National Security, or Blackshirts) Major. The golden bullion insignia on the front of the hat is a wing beneath a fasces topped with a star.
VINTAGE:Circa World War II.
SIZE:Approximate size 7 7 1/8.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Wool embroidered in gold bullion, leather, cotton, clear celluloid.
ATTACHMENT:Chin strap.
MARKINGS:DIVISE FASCISTE GAGGI FELINDA ROMA VIA XX SETTEMBRE 115 TEL. 480-032.
ITEM NOTES:This is from an Italian militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay VBEJX12 LFIEX6/12 sLEGEX2/15 SEJJX9/15
CONDITION:7 (Very Fine): The hat has some light wear and some areas of faint staining.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.