Penitentiary Police 20-Year Bronze Long Service Cross

Product overview

The Croce Bronzo Anzianità Servizio Polizia Penitenziaria 20 Anni is a bronze service cross awarded to members of the Polizia Penitenziaria who have completed twenty years of meritorious service. It is intended for current and retired prison police officers, families, and collectors of police and duty recognition items.

Definition: a bronze 20-year service cross that recognizes long, commendable duty in the Polizia Penitenziaria. Suitable for display, presentation ceremonies, or as a keepsake for service recognition.

Main features

Well-crafted and symbolically detailed, the cross follows the traditional design used to mark long service within the Corpo di Polizia Penitenziaria.

• Design: Bifurcated cross with four quadrants reproducing the fregio of the Corpo di Polizia Penitenziaria.
• Central shield: Round scudetto, 8 mm diameter, bearing the monogram "R.I." on the front.
• Service mark: The reverse of the scudetto is incised with the number 20 in Roman-style characters to indicate twenty years of service.
• Size: Standard format listed as 37 mm (some descriptions refer to 38 mm); central scudetto 8 mm.
• Symbolic value: Represents duty, resilience and professional service in prison policing.
• Availability: Limited quantities due to demand and symbolic nature.

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: This cross is used as an official sign of twenty years of meritorious service for members of the Polizia Penitenziaria and is typically presented in a formal ceremony.

In most cases, the cross is awarded automatically to qualifying officers after twenty years of continuous, exemplary service; it is also available to purchase here for display, gifting or collector purposes. If you seek an official conferment, contact your department for formal procedures.

Care and notes

Keep the cross in good condition with simple care and verify any official entitlement when relevant.

• Store in a dry place and avoid prolonged exposure to humidity or direct sunlight.
• Clean gently with a soft cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners or strong chemicals that may damage the bronze finish.
• Buying this item for display does not replace official award procedures administered by the Polizia Penitenziaria.
• Availability is limited; check the selected size/format before completing your order.

FAQ

Q: Who can receive the Croce Bronzo Anzianità Servizio Polizia Penitenziaria 20 Anni?

A: The cross is intended for agents of the Polizia Penitenziaria who have completed twenty years of meritorious service, typically with no significant interruptions and with exemplary conduct.

Q: What are the dimensions of the cross?

A: The standard format is listed as 37 mm with a central scudetto of 8 mm diameter; some descriptions note a 38 mm bifurcated form. Check the product listing for the exact item shipped.

Q: What does the monogram "R.I." mean?

A: "R.I." stands for Repubblica Italiana and underlines the service to the Italian state represented by the Polizia Penitenziaria.

Q: How is the cross conferred to an officer?

A: The cross is typically conferred through an official ceremony after verification of service records. Departments manage the formal grant of honors to qualifying personnel.

Q: Can I purchase this cross on the website?

A: Yes, the cross is available for purchase through our e-commerce store for display, gifting, or collection. Purchasing a medal does not equate to official state conferment.

Q: Why is availability limited?

A: Demand is driven by its symbolic value and the limited production of service decorations. Limited stock helps preserve authenticity and ceremonial use.

Tip: Choose the correct size/format before ordering and consider browsing related police and duty recognition items to complete a presentation set or display collection.