Italy, Republic. A Medal for Military Aeronautical Long Service, Silver Grade for Fifteen Years' Service Province of China supported by two functional metal

supported by two functional metal hinges

black and white striped ribbon

it weighs 117 grams

then was posted to Bustard Camp on the 20th

Italy, Republic. A Medal for Military Aeronautical Long Service, Silver Grade for Fifteen Years' Service Province of China supported by two functional metal(Medaglia Militare Aeronautica di Lungi Navigazione Aerea). Instituted in 1953. In silver, engraver marked "P. MORBI DVCCI" on the obverse, marked "986" (silver) and Royal Mint marked "Z" on the reverse, measuring 35. 8 mm (w) x 41 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, edge nicks, eagle clasp affixed to its original ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal for Military Aeronautical Long Service was instituted in 1953, to replace the