Croatia, Republic. An Order Of Merit, I Class, Christian Version, C.1942 certificate_of_authenticity suspended by Austrian style triangular

suspended by Austrian style triangular ribbon with hook and eye

postmarked "WALDBROL 15

Accompanied by its original packet of issue

pained in black and partially gilded

Croatia, Republic. An Order Of Merit, I Class, Christian Version, C.1942 certificate_of_authenticity suspended by Austrian style triangular(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red enamels, unmarked however exhibiting the manufacturing characteristics typical Braca Knaus of Zagreb, measuring 44. 5 mm (w) x 47. 5 mm (h inclusive of its integral suspension), intact enamels, insignia sits loose on the cross base, scattered silvering wear, without ribbon, near fine. This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals,