Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Auction Archive located at the lower right

located at the lower right breast

The throat is retained by two side screws

functional hinge cover

the other has experienced greening along with edge wear and measures 60 mm (w) x 62 mm (h))

defeating the Axis offensive

Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Auction Archive located at the lower rightInstituted November 1 1943. In silver gilt and enamels, multi piece construction, central medallion features propeller arms and a central sword with wings, encircled by a blue ring inscribed AERONAUTICO MERITO, the reverse features Brazilian symbolism, wing suspension, measures 62. 7 mm (w) x 73. 1 mm (h), worn on full length neck ribbon with ties on the ends, medallion is loose and spins, dark patina, in very fine condition.