Portugal, Republic. An Order Of Merit, V Class Knight, C.1945 Newly Listed measuring 50 mm x22 mm

measuring 50 mm x22 mm

by Royal Decree of February 27

A fine third reich period “tyr - Warrior” runic badge

The front of the helmet is marked by hand with “Spenden zum 90 Jahr Stiftungsfest der MGV/Donations for the 90th Anniversary of the MGV”

Portugal, Republic. An Order Of Merit, V Class Knight, C.1945 Newly Listed measuring 50 mm x22 mm(Ordem do Mrito). Instituted in 1927. In silver gilt with red, white and blue enamels, Lisbon assay office marked with an eagle's head above "925" (silver) and maker marked on the observe of the integral suspension, measuring 50 mm (w) x 53 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, intact enamels, missing its silver and green enamelled wreath suspension, replacement ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Merit is a Portuguese Honourific Order