Circa 1860 or earlier, with .800 silver mark of the Kingdom of Sardinia (circa 1824-1872), and bulls head mark from the city of Turin, maker's mark reading "AGB?", comprised of a blue and silver-toned silk brocade affixed to a felt fabric, mounted with Italian armorial emblems, including an Eagle and crowned "U".

41 1/2 in.

From the Collection of Professor Roberto Severino, Washington, D.C.

This piece was likely worn in ceremonial military parades related to the unification of Italy in 1861.

Overall toning, general use wear to silver mounts, some detachment of brocade to felt.