Croatia, Independent State. A Ustasha Defence Badge, C.1942 certificate_of_authenticity At the age of 31

At the age of 31

1870 and awarded to those who took part in the defense and liberation of Rome from 1849 to 1870

two at the front and one at the rear

80 (h - inclusive of wreath)

James Bender Publishing

Croatia, Independent State. A Ustasha Defence Badge, C.1942 certificate_of_authenticity At the age of 31In die stamped aluminum in the shape of a shield, ground found, obverse with the Ustasha insignia in the centre, inscribed "1941 1943" above and "OBRANA" below, all within a traditional intricate Croatian border, reverse number stamped "3798", measuring 43. 2 mm (w) x 56. 7 mm (h), missing its attachment, residue evident on the reverse, fine. Footnote: The badge was worn by members of the Defence units, whose primary role was security and policing of