Portugal, Republic. A Military Order Of Christ, Iii Class Commander, C. 1920 Hold (Orden Zasluge za Narod)

(Orden Zasluge za Narod)

4th Class with Swords - In silver gilt and enamels

fine to near very fine condition

General Dyas distinguished himself as Chief of Staff

Portugal, Republic. A Military Order Of Christ, Iii Class Commander, C. 1920 Hold (Orden Zasluge za Narod)(Ordem Militar de Cristo). Instituted in 1917. In bronze gilt with red and white enamels, unmarked, measuring 36. 3 mm (w) x 57. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, intact enamels, traces of gilt wear, very light contact, on a full length replacement neck ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Military Order of Christ was instituted in 1917, based on the earlier Order of Christ and is awarded for outstanding services to the Republic in