Italy. An Italian Russian Front Badge

Constructed of silvered zink; the obverse consisting of crossed downward-pointing Cossack sabers, overlaying a wreath composed of thorns (for suffering) on the left and oak leaves (for heroism) on the right, tied together at the top with a Savoy knot, ribbon banner at the base inscribed "FRONTE RUSSO"; the reverse with a diagonal pinback; maker marked F.M. LORIOLI FRATELLI VIA F. BRONZETTI 25, MILANO" and marked "MODELLO DEPOSITATO No. 38" on the reverse; measuring 43.34 mm (w) x 43.50 mm (h); weighing 16.9 grams; in overall better than very fine condition.