Italy, Sardinia, Kingdom. A Civil Order of Savoy, Knight visually-hidden black threading giving definition to

black threading giving definition to the wings and body of the eagle insignia

consisting of a cross with a double-overlaid sunburst pattern with eight points

in silvered and gilt bronze with white

Acting Sergeant (January 1

He was either plagued by arthritis or rheumatism

Italy, Sardinia, Kingdom. A Civil Order of Savoy, Knight visually-hidden black threading giving definition to(Ordine Civile di Savoia). Instituted in 1831. In silver gilt, with light blue and white enamels, illustrating the interlocking monogram letters "CA" (Charles Albert) on the obverse centrepiece, the reverse centrepiece inscribed "AL MERITO CIVILE 1851", measuring 37. 5 mm (w) x 41. 1 mm (h), replacement ribbon, light wear, central medallion slightly loose, near very fine.