Italy, Kingdom. An Italian Fascist Youth Fez, C.1940 United Republic of BLAQUIERE” on reverse

BLAQUIERE” on reverse

8 mm (w) x 12

the obverse with a silver gilt medallion depicting the leftward facing bust of Maria Anna

enamel chipping on the left and right arm

Italy, Kingdom. An Italian Fascist Youth Fez, C.1940 United Republic of BLAQUIERE” on reverseThis is an extremely well preserved Italian Fascist Youth fez, constructed of fine black doeskin wool. The top of the fez bears a tassel, constructed of twisted and rolled black threading, that hangs over the sides. The front bears a zink fasces secured to the fez with four reverse attachment prongs visible on the interior. It is unmarked and measures approximately 175 mm in diameter, with a height of 95 mm. In extremely fine condition.