Silver Aeronautical Valor Medal

Product overview

The Medaglia Valore Aeronautico Argento is the Italian silver aviation valor medal awarded to people who performed acts of courage, skill and philanthropy aboard aircraft. It is intended for recipients, military and aviation collectors, museums, and institutions that preserve aviation history.

Definition: a silver aviation valor medal granted by decree of the Presidente della Repubblica on proposal of the Ministero della Difesa. The medal is 33 mm in diameter, shows the Pegasus and the motto "Al Valore Aeronautico", and is supplied in the ordinary uniform format with a blue ribbon and red stripes.

Main features

Official design and clear historical markings make this medal suitable for formal wear, display, and archival collections.

• Official name: Medaglia Valore Aeronautico Argento (silver aviation valor medal).
• Size: 33 mm diameter.
• Obverse: Pegasus (winged horse) surrounded by the motto "Al Valore Aeronautico".
• Reverse: "Repubblica Italiana" with a five-pointed star inside a gear wheel, framed by oak and laurel branches; space for recipient name, place and date of the act.
• Ribbon: Blue ribbon with two red stripes at the sides (one 3 mm, the other 1 mm).
• Awarding authority: Conferred by decree of the Presidente della Repubblica on proposal of the Ministero della Difesa.
• Format: Available only in the ordinary uniform size for formal wear.

How to use / When it’s useful

Use the medal as an official decoration for formal military or aviation ceremonies, or as a display piece for collections and historical exhibits. It is suitable for service dress and regulated presentation on the appropriate uniform.

Quick answer: Wear with the ordinary uniform during official ceremonies or keep it in a protected display for preservation. In most cases, recipients retain the medal as an official honor; collectors and institutions present it in displays for aviation, military, tactical, or duty history.

Care and notes

Handle and store the medal carefully to preserve its details and inscription. Observe uniform regulations before wearing.

• Store in a dry, padded container to avoid scratches or corrosion.
• Avoid abrasive polishing that could remove fine details or inscriptions.
• Confirm official wear rules with your service or institution before displaying on uniform.
• Note: medal is supplied only in the ordinary uniform format and is subject to limited availability.

FAQ

Q: Who can receive the Medaglia Valore Aeronautico Argento?

A: The medal is awarded to individuals who performed acts of courage, skill and philanthropy aboard aircraft while exposing themselves to exceptional danger. It is an official Italian decoration.

Q: How is the medal conferred?

A: It is conferred by decree of the Presidente della Repubblica, on proposal of the Ministero della Difesa, following the established award procedures.

Q: What are the medal’s dimensions?

A: The medal has a diameter of 33 mm.

Q: What imagery and text appear on the medal?

A: The obverse shows a Pegasus with the motto "Al Valore Aeronautico". The reverse bears "Repubblica Italiana", a five-pointed star within a gear wheel, oak and laurel branches, and space for the recipient’s name, place and date.

Q: What does the ribbon look like?

A: The medal hangs from a blue ribbon with two red side stripes—one 3 mm and the other 1 mm—consistent with the official design.

Q: Is the medal available in other formats?

A: This medal is available only in the ordinary uniform format. Availability is limited, so check current stock before ordering.

Tip: Choose the correct format before purchasing (this medal is supplied only in the ordinary uniform size). Browse related military and aviation items, display cases, or mounting accessories to complete your collection without rushing the decision.