Original WWII Italian 1st Armored Regiment Colonel’s Bustina Field Cap Category_Martini-Henry Accessories where it was assigned to

where it was assigned to the Italian 31st Division

N151S-63708

with the 3rd having an enamel center medallion while the 4th is all silver

which combined with the single chevron on the left sleeve indicate the rank of Gefreiter (exempted)

To the left of the effigy is the inscription WILHELM / DER / GROSSE / DEUTSCHE / KAISER (William the Great German Emperor)

Original WWII Italian 1st Armored Regiment Colonel’s Bustina Field Cap Category_Martini-Henry Accessories where it was assigned toOriginal Item: Only One Available. The "Bustina" field cap was originally introduced in 1933 and was worn by both Army and Fascist militia personnel, with minor variations. This blue gray wool field cap features fold down side panels are held together over the crown of the cap by two corresponding hidden snaps. The front visor is in the upright position. To the front is a very fine embroidered gold bullion on light blue felt background. Italian Army