Croatia, Independent State. A Commemorative Badge of the Croatian Legion Hold 15 mm x 82 mm

15 mm x 82 mm

in silver gilt and enamels (22x26mm)

both measuring 40 mm (w) x 70 mm (l)

Although it is not an order of chivalry under patronage of the Holy See

measuring at 28

Croatia, Independent State. A Commemorative Badge of the Croatian Legion Hold 15 mm x 82 mmConstructed of an aluminum alloy, the obverse consisting of a linden leaf arranged diagonally, bearing a central raised Croatian chequerboard shield, circumscribed by an inscription of HRVATSKA LEGIJA 1941 (CROATIAN LEGION 1941), the reverse with a horizontal pinback, unmarked, measuring 47. 3 mm (h) x 39. 2mm (w), in extremely fine condition. Footnote: The Commemorative Badge of the Croatian Legion was established on 8 May 1942 for issue to members