Italy, Kingdom. A Royal Army Musicians Visor, by Simoncini, Palermo Hold 1920 in Halifax

1920 in Halifax

typical french-style suspension

a cockade constructed of aluminum

the SS had pushed south and was fighting a defensive battle east of Kiestinki (Kestenga) on Lake Topozero

which is held in place by dual pieces of machine stitching at the front

Italy, Kingdom. A Royal Army Musicians Visor, by Simoncini, Palermo Hold 1920 in HalifaxBanda musicale del Regio Esercito. A wartime example, featuring a black felt top with a separately affixed tally featuring the cap insignia of an army musician, with a bullion lyre (lira) on a red background, gilt bullion chinstrap with original brass buttons each also featuring a lyre (lira); exterior of visor in black leather with interior in green leather, interior of cap presenting makers label of Simoncini, Palermo with sweat guard intact