Portugal, Republic. An Order of the Republic, Grand Cross Set consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with a reeded edge

with a reeded edge

patches of discolouration on the upper

all three of which exhibit ornate swirls and rules and are secured to the body of the scabbard via a single pin

the cross arms are pebbled

Specifically: 1) secured admission to any military service academy and successfully completed the second year of instruction

Portugal, Republic. An Order of the Republic, Grand Cross Set consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with a reeded edge(Ordem do Mrito). The sash badge, a multi piece construction, silver gilt with blue, white and red enamels, the obverse features a central five point star on a blue field encircled by the white ring inscribed BEM MERECER, the reverse features the coat of arms of Portugal and surrounded inscription REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA, suspending laurel wreath and elongated loop with floral designs, measuring at 52. 2 mm (w) x 81. 7 mm (h inclusive of its wreath