Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Auction Archive the other has experienced greening

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

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

functional hinge cover

The throat is retained by two side screws

for meritorious services rendered to Venezuela

Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Auction Archive the other has experienced greeningInstituted 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.