Original World War II grouping belonging to a soldier of the Polish 2nd Corps, featuring miniature medals, insignia, and personal items associated with the Italian Campaign.
Included in the set:
Bar of 9 miniature medals, from left to right:
Polish Bronze Cross of Merit with Swords (Brązowy Krzyż Zasługi z Mieczami)
Monte Cassino Cross (Krzyż Monte Cassino)
Polish Medal for War 1939–1945 (Medal Wojska)
1939–1945 Star
Africa Star
Italy Star
France and Germany Star
British Defence Medal
British War Medal 1939–1945
(All medals are miniature versions, professionally mounted on bar)
Embroidered “POLAND” shoulder title
Original cloth patches: Eighth British Army Patch, Warsaw Mermaid, unit shields, etc.
Cast Polish eagle cap badge – wartime type commonly worn in the 2nd Corps. Nut only screws on halfway (partially stripped or mismatched thread).
Lucite cigarette case with embedded regimental emblems and inscription "ITALIA 1944"
Vintage soldier’s pipe (bakelite mouthpiece, good condition)
Condition:
Miniature medals: clean, lightly aged, securely mounted
Badges and patches: show wear consistent with service
Cigarette case: structurally solid, some minor surface scratches
Pipe: preserved in good vintage condition
Please inspect all photos carefully – they are part of the description
Historical Significance:
This set belonged to a veteran of the Polish Armed Forces in the West, most likely a member of General Anders’ 2nd Corps active in the Italian Campaign. The presence of the cast eagle, Monte Cassino Cross, and the “Italia 1944” cigarette case gives the group strong historical and collectible value. These personal items reflect the identity and experience of a Polish exile soldier fighting alongside the Allies.
Summary:
Highly collectible and historically meaningful WWII Polish 2nd Corps lot. Includes 9 miniature medals, unit patches, a cast eagle, pipe, and a rare Lucite cigarette case. Ideal for collectors of Polish military history, Allied memorabilia, or WWII personal effects.