Portugal, Kingdom. A Military Order of Christ, c. 1900 Hold Constructed of a cardboard-reinforced grey

Constructed of a cardboard-reinforced grey wool base

center applique in bronze gilt and enamels

The Distinguished Service Cross is only awarded for actions in combat

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Portugal, Kingdom. A Military Order of Christ, c. 1900 Hold Constructed of a cardboard-reinforced grey(Ordem Militar de Cristo). Instituted in 1917. In silver and enamel, a six point star, centerpiece and heart in Gold and enamels, encircled by a ring of natural old cut diamonds totalling approximatelly 3. 5 carats, reverse pin back, marked with swan (French silver import mark), measures 70 mm (h) x 57 mm (w), enamels intact, extremely fine and very scarce. Footnote: The Military Order of Christ was instituted in 1917, based on the earlier Order of