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Scarcely awarded set of insignia, only to high ranking foreign officers and dignitaries working or visiting Croatia during 1941-45, seldom awarded.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109804396821,"sku":"EU1361","price":3750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/cr570002.jpg?v=1692841227"},{"product_id":"order-of-merit-for-christians-eu1813","title":"Order Of Merit (For Christians)","description":"Cross Third Class, in silver and enamels, 37x40mm, unmarked, buy typical Braća Knaus, Zagreb, manufacture, very fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109828940053,"sku":"EU1813","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/cr725002.jpg?v=1692841426"},{"product_id":"a-croatian-order-of-merit-third-class-with-miniature-grand-cross-eu6749","title":"A Croatian Order Of Merit Third Class With Miniature Grand Cross","description":"Order of Merit with Miniature Grand Cross - Third Class Breast badge in silver and enamels, with miniature Grand Cross attached to ribbon. Cross measures 36 x 36mm, mounted on original ribbon. This particular example is a very first issue of this Order having a low profile, at the same level as enamel (not raised above the enamel), composed of the Croatian Coat of Arms in form of a triple braid (known in Croatian as 'pleter'). Later manufactured examples (and more common) have triple braid raised above the enamel. Of good quality make, worn, enamels intact and without chipping. Without maker's mark though Zagreb's 'Braca Knaus' was the only maker of this award. Cross is toned, and in very  fine condition. Extremely rare cross.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110000152853,"sku":"EU6749","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_05_a40ef13c-9ca6-4710-bd14-a30cfa333a07.jpg?v=1692842997"},{"product_id":"a-croatian-order-of-merit-christian-version-eu8216","title":"A Croatian Order Of Merit; Christian Version","description":"A Croatian Order of Merit; Christian Version - Second Class, in silvered bronze and enamels, 44mm x 47mm, unmarked but of typical \"Braca Knaus, Zagreb\", manufacture, with full length of original ribbon, extremely fine. ","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110065754389,"sku":"EU8216","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_05_334347c3-856d-4fad-b042-0a48208ad83f.jpg?v=1692843720"},{"product_id":"a-rare-croatian-order-of-merit-moslem-version-eu6977","title":"A Rare Croatian Order Of Merit; Moslem Version","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Rare Croatian Order of Merit; Moslem Version - Lady's Third Class Breast Badge, \"Moslem version\" in shape of lily, as issued to Moslem recipient (of Bosnia Herzegovina), 25.6mm(w) x 35.10mm(h), suspended from original bow ribbon, unmarked, but typical \"Braca Knaus, Zagreb\" manufacture, in extremely fine condition and extremely rare. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Croatian Order of Merit, instituted in 1942, have some unique features amongst WWII period awards, most notably, there are two versions: for Christian and Moslem recipients; as well, awards issued to men and women differ in some classes (in appearance and method of wear). As Bosnia and Herzegovina was incorporated into Independent State of Croatia in 1941, with a sizable Moslem population, Moslem traditions, military contingent and influence, it must have become apparent to a Croatian leadership that awarding insignia featuring a cross to Moslems is not an option. Therefore, a decision must have been made by a Croatian leadership to design and produce a distinctively Moslem version of the Order of Merit. No Statutes (or amendments of the Statutes) outline this decision, however, the Circulars of \"the Miniatures of the Croatian National Awards\" from October 10, 1943, do describe and illustrate two distinct version of the Order of Merit, for Christians \"in form of the cross of Prince Višeslav\", and for the Moslems \"in the form of the Bosnian lily\". The only known manufacturer of this award (both versions) was Zagreb's foundry Braća Knaus. While Christian version is not common, the Moslem version of the Merit Order is extremely rare in all classes. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110336811285,"sku":"EU6977","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_rare_croatian__53ef7cb74b49f.jpg?v=1724996553"},{"product_id":"croatian-order-of-merit-rare-moslem-version-eu4640","title":"Croatian Order Of Merit - Rare Moslem Version","description":"Croatian Order of Merit - Rare Moslem Version - Man's Third Class Breast Badge, \"Moslem version\" in shape of lily, as issued to male Moslem recipient (of Bosnia Herzegovina), 35mm(w) x 47.6mm(h), suspended from original triangular ribbon, unmarked, but typical \"Braca Knaus, Zagreb\" manufacture, in extremely fine condition and extremely rare. Footnote: The Croatian Order of Merit, instituted in 1942, have some unique features amongst WWII period awards, most notably, there are two versions: for Christian and Moslem recipients; as well, awards issued to men and women differ in some classes (in appearance and method of wear). As Bosnia and Herzegovina was incorporated into Independent State of Croatia in 1941, with a sizable Moslem population, Moslem traditions, military contingent and influence, it must have become apparent to a Croatian leadership that awarding insignia featuring a cross to Moslems is not an option.  Therefore, a decision must have been made by a Croatian leadership to design and produce a distinctively Moslem version of the Order of Merit. No Statutes (or amendments of the Statutes) outline this decision, however, the Circulars of \"the Miniatures of the Croatian National Awards\" from October 10, 1943, do describe and illustrate two distinct version of the Order of Merit, for Christians \"in form of the cross of Prince Višeslav\", and for the Moslems \"in the form of the Bosnian lily\". The only known manufacturer of this award (both versions) was Zagreb's foundry Braća Knaus. While Christian version is not common, the Moslem version of the Merit Order is extremely rare in all classes.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110338089237,"sku":"EU4640","price":3600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/8_57fa3b82-71e0-47d3-a3b0-fde8f8a3838e.jpg?v=1692845996"},{"product_id":"a-croatian-order-of-merit-christian-version-third-class-cross-eu6720","title":"A Croatian Order Of Merit; Christian Version; Third Class Cross","description":"A Croatian Order of Merit; Christian Version; Third Class Cross - in silver and enamels, 37x40mm, unmarked, buy typical Braća Knaus, Zagreb, manufacture, extremely fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46111340953877,"sku":"EU6720","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_02_8f4369ab-193c-4643-8bb0-6c149d4e4b9a.jpg?v=1692849598"},{"product_id":"a-ladies-first-class-order-of-merit-christian-version-eu7278","title":"A Ladies First Class Order Of Merit; Christian Version","description":"A Ladies First Class Order of Merit; Christian Version - In silver and enamels, 27.34mm(width) x 30.02mm(height), with original Lady’s bow ribbon and pleasing bow suspension, typical B. Knaus, Zagreb manufacture, better than extremely fine. ","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46111668502805,"sku":"EU7278","price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_02_6047d48a-e4f4-404e-bca7-ddaf6b42aced.jpg?v=1692850304"},{"product_id":"a-croatian-order-of-merit-christain-version-eu7510","title":"A Croatian Order Of Merit; Christain Version","description":"A Croatian Order of Merit; Christain Version - Third Class Cross; In silver and enamels, 37x40mm, unmarked, buy typical Braća Knaus, Zagreb, on correct replacement ribbon, extremely fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46112077152533,"sku":"EU7510","price":440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_02_46a7c8e8-64b8-4ee6-bbd6-f5042e419261.jpg?v=1692850892"},{"product_id":"a-croatian-order-of-merit-third-class-ladys-cross-eu8917","title":"A Croatian Order Of Merit; Third Class Lady’s Cross","description":"A Croatian Order of Merit; Third Class Lady’s Cross - in silver and enamels, measures 27mm x 27mm, mounted on a bow style ribbon. Of good quality make manufacture, enamels intact and without chipping, circa 1943. Without maker's mark, although it is known that Zagreb's “Braca Knaus” was the only maker of this award; in extremely fine condition, and very scarce.  ","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46113463599381,"sku":"EU8917","price":635.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_croatian_order_55281c914f950.jpg?v=1692853049"},{"product_id":"croatia-independent-state-an-order-of-merit-ladies-moslem-version-i-class-c1942-eu9072","title":"Croatia, Independent State. 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Background of this extremely rare award is very intriguing; as Bosnia and Herzegovina was incorporated into Independent State of Croatia in 1941, with a sizable Moslem population, Moslem traditions, military contingent and influence, it must have become apparent to a Croatian leadership that awarding insignia featuring a cross to Moslems is not an option.  Therefore, a decision must have been made by a Croatian leadership to design and produce a distinctively Moslem version of the Order of Merit. No Statutes (or amendments of the Statutes) outline this decision, however, the Circulars of \"the Miniatures of the Croatian National Awards\" from October 10, 1943, do describe and illustrate two distinct version of the Order of Merit, for Christians \"in form of the cross of Prince Višeslav\", and for the Moslems \"in the form of the Bosnian lily\". The only known manufacturer of this award (both versions) was Zagreb's foundry Braća Knaus. While Christian version is not common, the Moslem version of the Merit Order is extremely rare in all classes.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46113557807381,"sku":"EU9072","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_croatian_order_55390bde4f19a.jpg?v=1692853127"},{"product_id":"a-rare-early-croatian-order-of-merit-christians-grand-cross-eu9127","title":"A Rare \u0026 Early Croatian Order Of Merit; Christians Grand Cross","description":"A Rare \u0026amp; Early Croatian Order of Merit; Christians Grand Cross - In silver, 85.6mm in diameter, vaulted, centering enameled appliqué 36mmx36mm, centering Ustasha symbol (exploding bomb) with Croatian design around (so called “pleter”), but in the same level as is enamel (not rising above the enamel, which is a case with more common, later issue of this award); pin marked BK (Braca Knaus, Zagreb), along with early silver hallmarks; in slightly worn condition; very rare, early insignia of this scarce award. ","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46113595130133,"sku":"EU9127","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_04_6e2246b6-e52a-4417-ad11-d4f4aa983fab.jpg?v=1692853181"},{"product_id":"a-mint-second-war-croatian-order-of-merit-second-class-cross-eu9168","title":"A Mint Second War Croatian Order Of Merit; Second Class Cross","description":"A Mint Second War Croatian Order of Merit; Second Class Cross - In silver and enamels. Fine quality Cross, pin back, with two additional pins, in mint condition. Contained within blue case of issue, in mint condition, all contained within brown carton box as issued - with recipient's name and address hand written on the cardbord box. Unmarked, however it is known that the sole maker of this award was \"Bra Knaus Zagreb\". First one I have ever seen with two additional pins\/hooks on reverse.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46113619542293,"sku":"EU9168","price":1725.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_mint_second_wa_55413403bcf26.jpg?v=1692853229"},{"product_id":"a-croatian-order-of-merit-second-class-with-case-eu9282","title":"A Croatian Order Of Merit; Second Class With Case","description":"A Croatian Order of Merit - A Second Class Christians Version; Two-piece construction, silver with red enamels, marked \"10.IV \/ ZA ZASLUGE \/ 1942\" on the reverse, 44.5 mm, original neck ribbon, intact enamels, light contact, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked \"RED ZA ZASLUGE \/ L STUPANJ\" on the lid, raised recessed medal bed, scuffed exterior, case near very fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46113683964181,"sku":"EU9282","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_croatian_order_5550df156f839.jpg?v=1692853271"},{"product_id":"a-croatian-order-of-merit-grand-cross-for-christians-eu10521","title":"A Croatian Order Of Merit; Grand Cross For Christians","description":"Two-piece construction, silver with red enamels, marked \"10.IV \/ZA ZASLUGE \/ 1942\" on the reverse, 57.3 mm, enamel chipping on the obverse upper arm, better than very fine. 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This particular example is a very first issue of this Order, having flat 'not raised above the enamel- Croatian coat of arms ('pleter'). Later, more common examples have this silver section ('pleter') raised above the enamel. Of good quality make, slightly worn, enamels intact and without chipping. Without maker's mark, although Zagreb's 'Braca Knaus' was the only maker of this award. Cross is toned, and in very fine condition. Extremely rare.\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46118029984021,"sku":"EU11315","price":975.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_8889.jpg?v=1692860218"},{"product_id":"a-croatian-order-of-merit-christian-version-eu11817","title":"A Croatian Order Of Merit; Christian Version","description":"A Croatian Order of Merit; Christian Version - Third Class Cross; In silver and enamels, 37mm x 40mm, unmarked, buy typical “Braća Knaus, Zagreb” manufacture, on original ribbon, no chipping to enamels, slightly worn, in extremely fine condition.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46118247596309,"sku":"EU11817","price":440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c_1701.jpg?v=1692862165"},{"product_id":"croatia-a-very-rare-croatian-order-of-merit-ladys-moslem-version-eu13097","title":"Croatia. 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As Bosnia and Herzegovina was incorporated into Independent State of \u003cspan class=\"m_8518053079568585355gmail-il\"\u003eCroatia\u003c\/span\u003e in 1941, with a sizable Moslem population, Moslem traditions, military contingent and influence, it must have become apparent to a \u003cspan class=\"m_8518053079568585355gmail-il\"\u003eCroatian\u003c\/span\u003e leadership that awarding insignia featuring a cross to Moslems is not an option. Therefore, a decision must have been made by a \u003cspan class=\"m_8518053079568585355gmail-il\"\u003eCroatian\u003c\/span\u003e leadership to design and produce a distinctively Moslem version of the Order of Merit. No Statutes (or amendments of the Statutes) outline this decision, however, the Circulars of \"the Miniatures of the \u003cspan class=\"m_8518053079568585355gmail-il\"\u003eCroatian\u003c\/span\u003e National Awards\" from October 10, 1943, do describe and illustrate two distinct version of the Order of Merit, for Christians \"in form of the cross of Prince Višeslav\", and for the Moslems \"in the form of the Bosnian lily\". The only known manufacturer of this award (both versions) was Zagreb's foundry Braća Knaus. 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He acted as both President and Vice-President of the Orders and Medals Society of America (OMSA) and is responsible for organizing their first convention in 1960. He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. His knowledge and passion for history and awards is evident in this meticulously compiled collection that is now available in its entirety for the first time exclusively on eMedals.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46123294949653,"sku":"EG1311","price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m17-3199.jpg?v=1692875152"},{"product_id":"croatia-an-order-of-merit-christian-version-eu15046","title":"Croatia. 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An ornately designed badge in the traditional Croatian wattle pattern, also known as the pleter or troplet, in silver, consisting of six red enamelled arms, obverse centre presenting a silver letter U with a flaming grenade with the Croatian šahovnica, together on a red enamelled background, reverse presenting Za Zasluge (For Merit) with institution date of 10 April 1942, with pin assembly, measuring 41 mm (w) x 46.5 mm (h), worn, and near extremely fine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis offering is a part of the \"Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection\", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr.Goodwin between 1946-1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an educator and prominent physician in New York as well as actively serving in both World Wars with the United States Medical Corps. 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IV. 1942 ZA ZASLUGE 1942, measuring 26.68 mm (w) x 28.42 mm (h - including integral ring suspension), with strong toned silver, suspending by ornamented loop suspension on an original Ladies ribbon with pinback, very good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis offering is a part of the \"Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection\", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr.Goodwin between 1946-1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an educator and prominent physician in New York as well as actively serving in both World Wars with the United States Medical Corps. He acted as both President and Vice-President of the Orders and Medals Society of America (OMSA) and is responsible for organizing their first convention in 1960. He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. 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He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. His knowledge and passion for history and awards is evident in this meticulously compiled collection that is now available in its entirety for the first time exclusively on eMedals.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46125710377237,"sku":"EG2615","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-052556.jpg?v=1692883428"},{"product_id":"croatia-independent-state-an-order-of-merit-i-class-grand-officer-moslem-version-by-braca-knaus-c1942-eg185","title":"Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, I Class Grand Officer, Moslem Version, By Braca Knaus, C.1942","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. 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He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. His knowledge and passion for history and awards is evident in this meticulously compiled collection that is now available in its entirety for the first time exclusively on eMedals.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46125990019349,"sku":"EG185","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c19-9217.jpg?v=1692884300"},{"product_id":"croatia-republic-an-order-of-merit-i-class-christian-version-c1942-eg2613","title":"Croatia, Republic. An Order Of Merit, I Class, Christian Version, C.1942","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. 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He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. His knowledge and passion for history and awards is evident in this meticulously compiled collection that is now available in its entirety for the first time exclusively on eMedals.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46126045331733,"sku":"EG2613","price":535.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c19-0555.jpg?v=1692884462"},{"product_id":"croatia-republic-a-order-of-merit-for-christians-ribbon-bar-eu16743","title":"Croatia, Republic. A Order Of Merit For Christians Ribbon Bar","description":"(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. 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As Bosnia and Herzegovina was incorporated into Independent State of Croatia in 1941, with a sizable Moslem population, Moslem traditions, military contingent and influence, it must have become apparent to a Croatian leadership that awarding insignia featuring a cross to Moslems is not an option.  Therefore, a decision must have been made by a Croatian leadership to design and produce a distinctively Moslem version of the Order of Merit. No Statutes (or amendments of the Statutes) outline this decision, however, the Circulars of \"the Miniatures of the Croatian National Awards\" from October 10, 1943, do describe and illustrate two distinct version of the Order of Merit, for Christians \"in form of the cross of Prince Višeslav\", and for the Moslems \"in the form of the Bosnian lily\". The only known manufacturer of this award (both versions) was Zagreb's foundry Braća Knaus. 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Therefore, a decision must have been made by a Croatian leadership to design and produce a distinctively Moslem version of the Order of Merit. No Statutes (or amendments of the Statutes) outline this decision, however, the Circulars of \"the Miniatures of the Croatian National Awards\" from October 10, 1943, do describe and illustrate two distinct versions of the Order of Merit, for Christians \"in the form of the cross of Prince Višeslav\", and for the Moslems \"in the form of the Bosnian lily\". The only known manufacturer of this award (both versions) was Zagreb's foundry Braća Knaus. 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Accompanied by two Photographs (both in black and white; first photo illustrating a reclined Moslem soldier smoking a cigarette, stamped \"Agfa Brovira\" on the reverse, scalloped edges, measuring 125 mm (w) x 175 mm (h); second photo illustrating the bust of a Moslem soldier, studio emboss stamped at the lower right, handwritten inscription in black ink on the reverse, scalloped edges, measuring 85 mm (w) x 135 mm (h); together, near extremely fine).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate insignia for Christian and Moslem recipients.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46132552106261,"sku":"EU19021.RL1","price":15200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m21_035_1.jpg?v=1760451886"},{"product_id":"croatia-independent-state-an-order-of-merit-i-class-grand-officer-star-moslem-ladies-version-by-braca-knaus-c1942-eu19010rl1","title":"Croatia, Independent State. 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In silver with red enamels, mounted to a frosted silver star base, maker marked \"BK\" (Braća Knaus, Zagreb) and hallmarked with a lobster flanked by the Roman numeral \"III\" and a \"1\" on the pin, measuring 74.5 mm (w) x 75.3 mm (h), vertical pinback, intact enamels, extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate insignia for Christian and Moslem recipients.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46132552597781,"sku":"EU19010.RL1","price":3300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m21_983_1.jpg?v=1764612000"},{"product_id":"croatia-independent-state-an-order-of-merit-iii-class-moslem-ladies-version-c1942-eu19024rl1","title":"Croatia, Independent State. 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Accompanied by a Photograph of a Woman walking beside a Moslem Soldier (in black and white, semi-gloss finish, postcard style backer, numbered \"13232\" in pencil on the reverse, with scalloped edges, measuring 85 mm (w) x 135 mm (h), extremely fine).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate insignia for Christian and Moslem recipients.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46132553056533,"sku":"EU19024.RL1","price":1655.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m21_834_1.jpg?v=1760451999"},{"product_id":"croatia-independent-state-an-order-of-merit-i-class-moslem-ladies-version-c1942-eu19026rl1","title":"Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, I Class, Moslem Ladies Version, C.1942","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red enamels, measuring 41 mm (w) x 56.5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, intact enamels, on its original bow-tied ribbon, extremely fine. Accompanied by a Photograph of a Large Group of Moslem Soldiers (in black and white, semi-gloss finish, postcard style backer, measuring 140 mm (w) x 90 mm (h), extremely fine).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate insignia for Christian and Moslem recipients.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46132553187605,"sku":"EU19026.RL1","price":3350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m21_844_1.jpg?v=1760452204"},{"product_id":"croatia-independent-state-an-order-of-merit-i-class-christian-version-c1942-eu19184rl1","title":"Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, I Class, Christian Version, C.1942","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red enamels, measuring 44 mm (w) x 47.7 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, intact enamels, on an original narrow version ribbon, extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate insignia for Christian and Moslem recipients.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46132556366101,"sku":"EU19184.RL1","price":660.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m21_906_1.jpg?v=1692901753"},{"product_id":"croatia-independent-state-a-rare-order-of-merit-i-class-moslem-version-c1942-eu19187rl1","title":"Croatia, Independent State. A Rare Order Of Merit, I Class, Moslem Version, C.1942","description":"(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red enamels, measuring 41.3 mm (w) x 56.8 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, intact enamels, on a modern full-length neck ribbon, extremely fine. \n\nFootnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate insignia for Christian and Moslem recipients.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46132556464405,"sku":"EU19187.RL1","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m21_919_1.jpg?v=1737391998"},{"product_id":"croatia-independent-state-an-order-of-merit-i-class-christian-version-c1942-eu19032rl1","title":"Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, I Class, Christian Version, C.1942","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red enamels, measuring 44.3 mm (w) x 47.5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, intact enamels, on an original narrow version ribbon, extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate insignia for Christian and Moslem recipients.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46132562919701,"sku":"EU19032.RL1","price":660.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m21_874_1.jpg?v=1692901779"},{"product_id":"croatia-independent-state-an-order-of-merit-third-class-badge-c1942-eg183rl8","title":"Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, Third Class Badge, C.1942","description":"\u003cp\u003eInstituted 1942. Muslim Version. Men's Version. An ornately designed badge in the traditional Croatian wattle pattern, also known as the pleter or troplet, in silver consisting of six red enameled arms, obverse centre presenting a silver letter \"U\" with a flaming grenade with the Croatian šahovnica, together on a red enameled background, reverse presenting \"Za Zasluge\" (For Merit) with institution date of 10.4.1942, measuring 35 mm (w) x 47.2 mm (h - inclusive of enameled integral ring), with elongated suspension loop also presented in the wattle pattern, on period ribbon, worn, near very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis offering is a part of the \"Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection\", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr.Goodwin between 1946-1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an educator and prominent physician in New York as well as actively serving in both World Wars with the United States Medical Corps. 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