Portugal, Republic. An Order Of Military Merit, I Class Grand Cross Set, Cased Auction Archive with riveted eagle (in silvered

with riveted eagle (in silvered tombac)

79 mm x 120 mm x 21 mm

1880-1980”

It would have excluded service in the regular army or navy

On August 22

Portugal, Republic. An Order Of Military Merit, I Class Grand Cross Set, Cased Auction Archive with riveted eagle (in silvered(Ordem do Mrito Militar). Instituted 1946. Sash Badge: in silver gilt with red and white enamels, hallmarked with a "J" on the loop, measuring 54. 7 mm (w) x 87 mm (h) inclusive of its tower with integral ring suspension, on its original full length sash that incorporates a decorative moir pattern and features a large bow tie; and Breast Star: four piece construction, insignia in silver gilt with red and white enamels, mounted to a star base with