Lebanon, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Iii Class Silver Grade, By Arthus Bertrand Auction Archive Made in die struck tombac

Made in die struck tombac

Monetny Dvor mint mark on the reverse

but some plating worn off

There is a silvered magnetic ring sewn in place above the small pocket at the waistline on the front

Lebanon, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Iii Class Silver Grade, By Arthus Bertrand Auction Archive Made in die struck tombac(Ordre du mrite). Instituted in 1922. In silver, hallmarked, maker marked "AB & Co" (Arthus Bertrand) and marked "800" (silver) on the edge, measuring 30. 8 mm (w) x 40. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, original ribbon with embroidered cedar tree, dual prong pinback, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Merit was established in 1922, to recognize acts of courage and devotion during the French