Portugal, Republic. A Red Cross, IV Grade Dedication Cross with Rosette Archive constructed of silvered and enameled

constructed of silvered and enameled bronze

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very crisp details

as well as material fatigue of the leather and suede interior fixtures

Footnote: Korke was born on January 4th

Portugal, Republic. A Red Cross, IV Grade Dedication Cross with Rosette Archive constructed of silvered and enameled(Medalhas da Cruz Vermehla Portuguesa). Instituted in 1908. Multi piece construction, in silver with red, white and blue enamels, unmarked, measuring 38. 5 mm (w) x 42. 8 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, intact enamels, circular highlight from a previously applied sticker evident on the arm at 12 o'clock on the reverse, small rosette with clasp affixed to its original ribbon, near extremely fine.