Italy, Fascist State. A Black Brigade Skull Beret Badge, C.1943 Hold Third Republic crosses:

Third Republic crosses:

1905 and established by Royal Decree on February 9

A sports achievement badge awarded in the name of the Reichs Sport Minister für “Hervorragende Leistungen” in bronze

worn on the correct ribbon with Spanish style clasp

Italy, Fascist State. A Black Brigade Skull Beret Badge, C.1943 Hold Third Republic crosses:In die stamped silvered bronze, the reverse shows a singular vertical pin, measures 48. 10mm (w) x 42. 83mm (h), loss of lacquer to the eyes and nose, remains in very fine condition. Footnote: The RSI (Repubblica Sociale Italiana Italian Social Republic) was a paramilitary unit in Northern Italy which was under Fascist control and occupied by the German Army. The metal smiling skull was worn on the beret surrounded by a gold embroidered bullion wreath.