Italy – Order of Merit of the Italian Republic Knight Class, Rosette + Original Box /Arturo Pozzi
Award: Order of Merit of the Italian Republic (Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana)
Class: Knight (Cavaliere)
Country: Italy
Era: Modern Republic (post-1946)
Maker: Arturo Pozzi – Roma, marked on original presentation case and rosette
Includes:
Full-size Knight’s badge with original ribbon
Matching rosette lapel pin (crown motif, marked “A. POZZI ROMA”)
Original green presentation case with silk interior and maker’s mark
Design Details:
Badge:
White-enameled cross with gilt central star, four eagles between the arms — classic design of the Cavaliere class.
Suspended from a crown motif with enamel Italian tricolor (green/white/red) — a detail characteristic of the Knight class.
Ribbon:
Green with red stripes, standard folded style, full-size with pin-back for wear.
Rosette:
Matching ribbon colors mounted on a button-style disc, marked A. POZZI ROMA on reverse.
Condition:
Medal:
Very good vintage condition. Minor tarnishing on bronze and very light surface spotting on white enamel (see close-ups).
Ribbon:
Some wear and fraying on reverse side but intact and well-attached.
Rosette:
Excellent condition; crisp and bright colors.
Box:
Original green leatherette box with gold crest on lid and silk-lined interior stamped Arturo Pozzi – Roma – Galleria Colonna 12. Light age-related staining inside but structurally sound and complete.
Please refer to photos for full condition details.
Dimensions (Approx.):
Medal (incl. suspension): 60.26 mm (H) x 44.53 mm (W)
Rosette diameter: 10.33 mm
Established in 1951, the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic is Italy’s highest civilian honor. The Knight class (Cavaliere) is the entry level but highly respected, awarded for contributions in literature, the arts, economy, public service, and military.
An authentic and complete Knight Class set of the Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana, including:
Full-size Knight’s badge
Matching rosette lapel pin
Original presentation case by renowned maker Arturo Pozzi
A rare and collectible set in strong display condition.