Portugal, Republic; Netherlands, Kingdom. Two Awards

Includes: 

1. Portugal, Republic: Order of Military Merit, Knight (Ordem do Mérito Militar). Instituted in 1946. In silver with red and white enamels, unmarked, measuring 31.3 mm (w) x 47.2 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, crazing evident in the white enamels on the tip of the arm at 12 o'clock on the reverse, otherwise the enamels are intact, original ribbon. 

2. Netherlands, Kingdom: Army Long Service Medal, III Class Bronze Grade for Twelve Years' Service (Six in the Colonies) (Medaille voor Trouwe Dienst). Instituted in 1825. In bronze, measuring 37.5 mm (w) x 42.5 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally-pierced ball suspension, edge nicks, residue in the recessed areas from cleaning, original ribbon. 

Together, better than very fine. 

Footnotes: 

1. The Portuguese Order of Military Merit was instituted in Portugal on May 28, 1946 in four classes to be awarded to military personnel who display exceptional military qualities and virtues that merit public respect and acknowledgement.

2. The Netherlands Army Long Service Medal was instituted on February 19, 1825, in three grades: Gold, Silver and Bronze.