Bronze Medal for Civil Valor

Product overview

The Bronze Medal for Civil Valor (Medaglia al Valore Civile - Bronze) is a commemorative medal for individuals or units recognized for acts of notable courage and civic virtue. It is suitable for collectors, ceremonial displays, museums, and military surplus or police memorabilia collectors.

Definition: This product reproduces the official bronze medal design associated with the Civil Valor honor; the official award is conferred by the Italian Republic through state procedures and is separate from purchasing this item.

Main features

Carefully detailed and ready for personalized engraving, this bronze medal follows the traditional official design and is offered in a collector-sized format.

• Official design elements: Front shows the emblem of the Italian Republic with a five-pointed star inside a toothed wheel, surrounded by laurel and oak branches and the inscription REPUBBLICA ITALIANA.
• Reverse engraving: Space between two oak branches for the recipient’s name, location, and date of the action.
• Material: Made in bronze for lasting appearance and historical feel.
• Design size: The medal’s design corresponds to a 33 mm motif; this listing is for the 37 mm format offered for purchase.
• Inscription: The rim bears the wording AL VALORE CIVILE in Roman-style letters.
• Limited availability: Supplied in the single 37 mm format; suitable for collectors and ceremonial use.

How to use / When it’s useful

Use this medal as a display piece, personal memento, or part of a collection of military surplus, ceremonial, or police duty memorabilia. It is also suitable for framing, presentation cases, or museum exhibits.

Quick answer: Buy this item if you want a faithful bronze rendition of the Civil Valor medal for display or commemoration. In most cases, purchasing this medal does not substitute for the official award process conducted by the Italian Republic; official conferment follows state procedures.

Care and notes

Keep the medal dry and clean to preserve its finish, and request engraving details carefully if you choose personalization. Note the difference between the design motif size and the sold format.

• Store in a dry place and avoid abrasive cleaners; use a soft cloth for light cleaning.
• Personalized engraving: provide exact name, place, and date as you want them to appear.
• Availability: sold only in the 37 mm format; check your order before purchase.
• Official status: the Italian Republic is the authority that confers the Civil Valor honor; purchasing this medal does not grant the state award.

FAQ

Q: Who can receive the Bronze Medal for Civil Valor?

A: The official medal is awarded to individuals or groups who perform acts of notable courage and civic virtue. This product represents the medal design and is intended for collectors and commemorative use.

Q: What are the medal dimensions?

A: The medal design corresponds to a 33 mm motif, while the product offered for sale is the 37 mm format noted in the listing.

Q: What is engraved on the front and back?

A: The front bears the emblem of the Italian Republic and the inscription REPUBBLICA ITALIANA and AL VALORE CIVILE; the back can be personalized with the recipient’s name, location, and date.

Q: Can I buy this medal in other sizes?

A: No, this listing is for the 37 mm format only. If you need a different size, contact the seller to confirm availability before ordering.

Q: Does buying this medal mean I have received the official award?

A: No. The official Civil Valor medal is conferred by the Italian Republic through formal state procedures. Purchasing this item provides the medal design for display or commemoration only.

Q: How do I order personalized engraving?

A: Provide the exact name, place, and date you want engraved when you place the order. Allow time for engraving and review the spelling before final confirmation.

Tip: Choose the 37 mm format carefully and confirm engraving details before checkout. Browse related commemorative and military surplus items to complete your display or collection.