Italy, Kingdom. An MVSN Anti-Aircraft Unit Sleeve Shield Hold a red enamelled Maltese cross

a red enamelled Maltese cross with ball finials and fanned arches in each knee

contributing to internal instability

To make matters worse

2 mm x 29 mm inclusive of its crown suspension

constructed of a metal alloy - unknown grade due to the lack of finish at this step of the manufacturing process

Italy, Kingdom. An MVSN Anti-Aircraft Unit Sleeve Shield Hold a red enamelled Maltese crossConstructed of an aluminum alloy, the obverse consisting of a black shield topped by an MSVN style Italian national eagle, bearing a central raised anti aircraft gun, circumscribed by an inscription of MILIZIA CONTROAEREI (ANTI AIRCRAFT MILITIA), perforated with three eyelets for sew on attachment, unmarked, measuring 54. 8 mm (w) x 73. 7 mm (h), light wear, in near extremely fine condition.