Original WW2 British Italy Star Medal
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An original British Italy Star campaign medal from the Second World War.
Key Features
- Genuine Military Surplus: Original campaign star issued to British and Commonwealth veterans of World War Two.
- Historic Zinc-Bronze: Struck in yellow copper-zinc alloy.
- Crowned Royal Cypher: Obverse features the monogram of King George VI surmounted by a Tudor crown.
- Bright Italian Tricolour: Fitted with a 32mm reproduction ribbon showing correct Italian campaign colours.
The Italy Star was first established in May 1945 to recognise British and Commonwealth service during the Italian Campaign. It was awarded to army, navy, and air forces who saw active operations across Italy, Sicily, Greece, and the surrounding Mediterranean waters between 11 June 1943 and 8 May 1945.
This original piece is made from solid yellow copper-zinc alloy, often referred to as bronze. It has the standard campaign star measurements of 44mm in height and 38mm in width. On the front, you can clearly see the royal cypher of King George VI, while the reverse is plain, which was standard for British issues.
We have fitted each medal with a new 32mm replacement ribbon in the correct Italian national colours of red, white, and green. It is ready to slide straight into your medal display cabinet, mount alongside your family group, or pin onto a historical uniform for a reenactment.
Complete your historical display with an original wartime award.
Care Instructions
Keep the medal in a dry, low-humidity environment to prevent tarnishing. Do not use abrasive chemical cleaners or metal polish, as these will strip away the original patina and details.
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Tracked Airmail - 7- 20 days
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UPS - 1-3 days
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ROW
Tracked Airmail - 7 - 30 Days
DHL - 2 - 5 Days
UPS - 2 - 5 Days
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