Commemorative Medal for the Messina Earthquake, in Silver
SKU: 02.ITA.0208.101.01
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History
This Medal was instituted to commemorate and reward individuals for assisting in the rescue efforts and other philanthropic activities in the areas most affected by the December 28, 1908, earthquake, such as Calabria and Sicily.
Eligibility was restricted to individuals who had served between December 28, 1908-March 31, 1909.
It was also awarded to foreign recipients for providing philanthropic aid to the devastated areas of southern Italy.
Versions
$100+ USD
Silver
Obv: VITTORIO EMANUELE III RE D'ITALIA Rev: MEDAGLIA COMMEMORATIVA TERREMOTO CALABRO-SICULO 28 DICEMBRE 1908
32mm
Royal Mint, Rome
$100+ USD
Silver
Obv: VITTORIO EMANUELE III RE D'ITALIA Rev: MEDAGLIA COMMEMORATIVA TERREMOTO CALABRO-SICULO 28 DICEMBRE 1908
31.5mm
Stefano Johnson, Milan
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