Italy, Tuscany. An Order Of Military Merit, I Class Grand Cross Sash Auction two dents on the front

two dents on the front visor trim

It is maker marked with the Süddeutsche Messerfabrik GmbH

She also mentioned that she had received two letters from her son: the first one dated June 1st

During his service in the Waffen-SS in Finland

engraved (GUNNER HOSEGOOD)

Italy, Tuscany. An Order Of Military Merit, I Class Grand Cross Sash Auction two dents on the front(Ordine di Merito Militare Ordine del Merito Civile). Instituted in 1853 and 1851, respectively. A Mid 20th Century sash fabricated from silk, incorporating a decorative moir pattern, with a red field flanked by wide black stripes on either side, the edges trimmed in a thin red stripe, with a large bow and a matching ribbon for attachment of the badge at the bottom end, measuring 100 mm wide x 835 mm in length, vibrant colours, intact stitching,