Brazil, Republic. A Medal For Humanity, Bronze Grade, C.1860 Buy Now both edged in golden cello

both edged in golden cello threads

with a gun shot wound to his left shoulder

1812-1912 Commemorative Medal - Bronze

and the Division Commander takes great pleasure in publishing to the command this evidence of appreciation

one featuring five decorations

Brazil, Republic. A Medal For Humanity, Bronze Grade, C.1860 Buy Now both edged in golden celloIn copper, 34. 7 mm, multiple indentations evident on the obverse, contact marks, fine. Footnote: The medal was instituted by Emperor Dom Pedro II on March 14, 1855 as a civil decoration, to reward extraordinary acts of and services to humanity, particular with regard to saving life at sea or during shipwreck, fire, pestilence, plague or other natural calamity. Awarded in three classes: 1st Class in Gold, 2nd Class in Silver and 3rd Class in Bronze.