Italy, Kingdom. A Medal for the Italian-Turkish War 1911-1912

(Medaglia commemorativa dell guerra Italo-Turca). Instituted in 1912. In silver, maker marked "S.J" (Stefano Johnson) on the obverse, measuring 32.2 mm (w) x 37.7 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, very light contact, original ribbon, near extremely fine.

Footnote: The Commemorative Medal for the Italian-Turkish War Medal was instituted on November 21, 1912 by Royal Decree No. 1342 and awarded to soldiers and civilians who took part in the attack against the Ottoman Empire after landing in Libya.