Vatican Castelfidardo Medal 1860 in Nickel Silver with Silver Monte Belaco Clasp by Artus Betrand

VATICAN: Castelfidardo Medal (also known as 
"Pro Petri Sede Medal") with "Monte-Belaco" 
clasp in silver, marked by Artus Bertrand. 
The medal was instituted by Pope Pius IX in 
1860 after the defeat of the Papal troops in 
the Battle of Castelfidardo. It was not limited 
to the Battle of Castelfidardo and was 
awarded to the participants of the campaign, 
with clasps that indicated the battles each 
recipient took part in.
A hard to find award in nickel silver, issued
to NCOs and other ranks.

FULL SIZE

1860

Item 100% original - ribbon original

Condition as on the photos

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