unknown badge ? help

[bichon]

Hello

what is this badge ?
I've seen it before, but I can't remember.....
thanks for answers
cordially
Didier

[bsiwula1]

Hello. I knew it was Italian but wasn't sure of it's exact purpose/intention other than unity with Germany. Here's another I found online. Hope this helps? Best regards.

Brian



https://www.ma-shops.com/knopek/item...en&curr=USDEUR

[bichon]

Hello Brian

thank you
now, is it original ???
https://axis101.bizland.com/RSIAwards4.htm

Didier

[bichon]

Hello

the back ??

Didier

[bsiwula1]

Certainly out of my realm of study. However I like the semi bubbling finish as can be seen on alot of period German badges, very similar. Also it compares very well to this example on John T's site, who's opinion I trust and is a reputable dealer. Best regards.

Brian




Italian RSI Honor Badge for Italian Troops Trained In Germany, NCO's and Enlisted Man's Version

Also the attached thread from German war booty.com gives dimensions and weight of originals vs reproductions.

[bichon]

Hello Brian

Many Thanks

cordially
Didier