Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Auction Archive for meritorious services rendered to

for meritorious services rendered to Venezuela

square mark on ring denoting maker marked “L59” for “Alois Rettenmaier

constructed of smooth forest green wool

1916 and 2438 of September 15

ARTILLERISTEN BUND”

Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Auction Archive for meritorious services rendered toInstituted 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.