C062164 ITALIAN "O.N.D." BADGE.
BACKGROUND
: The "Opera Nazionale Dopolavoro" or "Leisure and Recreational Organization" was originally formed in 1925 under the demands of the Fascists unions as a way to compete with the Socialists who had a network of cultural organizations. Originally, it was not affiliated with the Fascist Party and therefore gained support of employers, and was modeled after the YMCA. This changed in 1927 when it was taken over by Augusto Turati who turned the O.N.D. into an auxiliary of the party. In 1930, under Archelle Starace, the O.N.D. became primarily a Sports & Recreational organization of sports and other outings.PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: A silver alloy , and enamel square shaped, lapel or button hole pin that has a silver frieze on a blue enamel sky (background) with a stylized "OND" to the top. The makers mark is to the reverse. The metal shows darkening, but otherwise, is in nice condition.
GRADE **** PRICE $29.00
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