Mauritania, Islamic Republic. An Order Of National Merit, Commander, By Arthus Bertrand Hold engraver marked and inscribed "HALLO

engraver marked and inscribed "HALLO HALLO HOLLAND INDIE"

received in action at the Battle of Passchedaele

Tape residue present on the front and back covers

consisting of 1) A pith helmet insignia

comprising of a gilded aluminum national eagle (Hoheitszeichen)

Mauritania, Islamic Republic. An Order Of National Merit, Commander, By Arthus Bertrand Hold engraver marked and inscribed "HALLOIn silvered metal with green enamels, unmarked, measuring 44. 12 mm (w) x 59. 66 mm (h to top of ring suspension) weighing at 25. 6 original ribbon, intact enamels, extremely fine; Breast Star in silver with gold and green enamels, hallmarked on pin, measuring at 79. 77mm (w) x 81. 73mm (h) and weighing at 96. 6 grams, in its hardshelled case of issue, maker marked "ARTHUS BERTRAND Paris" on the inside lid, light wear on the exterior, case near