Italy, Sardinia, Kingdom. A Civil Order of Savoy, Knight Auction slight undulation in the fabric

slight undulation in the fabric on the exterior covering of the lid

featuring close-up images of rare bullion wire badges and other service awards

until 1881 the 18th Regiment of Foot

Civil Division (in silver gilt with red and blue enamels

A functional catch situated within the throat firmly holds the hewer in place during storage

Italy, Sardinia, Kingdom. A Civil Order of Savoy, Knight Auction slight undulation in the fabric(Ordine Civile di Savoia). Instituted in 1831. In silver gilt, with light blue and white enamels, illustrating the interlocking monogram letters "CA" (Charles Albert) on the obverse centrepiece, the reverse centrepiece inscribed "AL MERITO CIVILE 1851", measuring 37. 5 mm (w) x 41. 1 mm (h), replacement ribbon, light wear, central medallion slightly loose, near very fine.