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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":46124637028629,"sku":"EG3254","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m181_1994.jpg?v=1692878729"},{"product_id":"brazil-independent-empire-an-order-of-the-rose-in-gold-grand-dignitary-star-c1870-w5510","title":"Brazil, Independent Empire. An Order Of The Rose In Gold, Grand Dignitary Star, C.1870","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Imperial Ordem da Rosa). Instituted 1829 by Dom Pedro I. Dom Pedro II issue. In Gold, a highly attractive star consisting of a multi-rayed six arms with cleft ends, surmounting by a ball-tipped white enameled six pointed cross with elegant golden edges, presenting well-executed enameled pink and white roses and green laurels interlaced between arms, with centre superposed by the monograms “P” and “A”, Pedro I and Amelia, surrounding by a blue enameled border inscribed AMOR E FIDELIDADE (Love and Fidelity), reverse with pin assembly, measuring 53.56 mm (w) x 53.88 mm (h), weighting 31.9 grams, with minor tarnished Gold, near to mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Rose was founded to commemorate the marriage of Dom Pedro I and Amalie Napoleon on august 2, 1829. It was the most popular order in Brazil during the Pedro I reign. 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It was established as the National Order of the Southern Cross as part of the Federative Republic of Brazil on December 5, 1932, awarded to foreigners for diplomatic, military or other services to Brazil, in five grades: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46126655832341,"sku":"W5769","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c19_2664.jpg?v=1692886425"},{"product_id":"brazil-empire-an-order-of-the-rose-knight-c1880-m0360-11","title":"Brazil, Empire. An Order Of The Rose, Knight, C.1880","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Imperial Ordem da Rosa). Instituted on 17 October 1829. Likely of French manufacture, a knight consisting of a white enamelled six-armed cross with silver gilt framing and ball finials, with three pink enamelled roses on green laurels in each quadrant, obverse centre in Gold exhibiting the hand chiseled cypher of Pedro I in a blue enamelled surround with Motto AMOR E FIDELIDADE (LOVE AND FIDELITY), reverse centre presenting the date 1-8-1820, and legend of PEDRO AND AMÉLIA in blue surround, adorned by a silver gilt elongated Imperial crown with blue and green enamels along the band, partial indecipherable mark on obverse 10 o’clock ball finial, measuring 33.78mm (w) x 59.95mm (h - inclusive of crown adorned by cross), the green enamel has been replaced, as have numerous roses, notable by their low fill and darker pink colour, light gilt wear, worn on a replacement ribbon, fair condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Rose (Imperial Ordem da Rosa) was established in Brazil by Dom Pedro I on October 17, 1829, to commemorate his second marriage with Princess Amélie of Leuchtenberg on August 2, 1829. The Order was awarded to civilians, and military personnel, either Brazilians or foreigners, who distinguished themselves by their fidelity to the Emperor and by services rendered to the state. The grades of the Order were Grand Cross, Grand Dignitary, Dignitary, Commander, Officer, Knight, and Member. The Grand Cross was limited to sixteen bestows; the Grand Dignitary was limited to sixteen bestows; the Dignitary was limited to thirty-two, while Commander, Officer, Knight, and Member were unlimited. The Order was rescinded by decree of General Manoel Deodoro da Fonseca on March 22, 1890. 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Of high quality manufacture, an impressive ball-tipped enameled white six-pointed star in Gold, surrounded by beautifully executed enameled green, white and pink Gold roses and laurels interlaced between arms, obverse centre featuring the cypher of Pedro and Amelia, surrounded by an enameled blue border inscribed AMOR E FIDELIDAD, mirrored design with reverse centre dated 2 1829 3, surmounted by stylised Brazilian crown also in gold, measuring 25.44 mm (w) x 45.56 mm (h - inclusive of crown adorned with cross), weighing 8.8 grams, with period alternation to suspension and small loss of enameling, on replacement lady’s bow with pinback, an exquisite and unique piece in extremely fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Rose was established in Brazil by Dom Pedro I on October 17, 1829, to commemorate his second marriage with Princess Amélie of Leuchtenberg on August 2, 1829. 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In silver gilt, a white enamelled Maltese cross with ball finials, with clusters of seven smooth rays in each quadrant, the obverse medallion presents a blue enamelled field with five white enamelled stars, surrounded by a darker blue enamelled ring inscribed BENEMERENTIUM PRAEMIUM, reverse presents a single pin suspension, maker marked LEMAITRE A PARIS on reverse, measures 74.5mm (w) x 70.91mm (h), measures 64.2 grams ball finial missing from 3 o’clock arm, cracks and loss of enamel from the center medallion, large chip to 5 o’clock arm, catch pinched closed around pin, in better than fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Imperial Order of the Southern Cross (Ordem Imperial do Cruzeiro) was founded by Emperor Pedro I in commemoration of the recent independence of Brazil from the Portuguese crown, and on the occasion of his coronation as the new Emperor of Brazil. It was abolished on March 22, 1891. 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In silver gilt, a six armed white enamelled cross with ball finials, affixed to a solid multi-rayed gilded plate with three pink enamelled roses on green enamelled laurels in each quadrant creating a wreath, the obverse medallion presents the hand-chiselled medallion of Pedro I, surrounded by a blue enamelled ring with the inscription AMOR E FIDELIDADE (Love and Fidelity), the reverse presents a single pin assembly, measures 54mm (w) x 52.9mm (h), weighs 37.4 grams, the edge of the white enamelled star near each ball finial and near the center are lightly engraved, the enamels are intact and the roses are in pristine condition, overall a extremely fine decoration of the utmost beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Rose (Imperial Ordem da Rosa) was established in Brazil by Dom Pedro I on October 17, 1829, to commemorate his second marriage with Princess Amélie of Leuchtenberg on August 2, 1829. 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Multi-piece construction, in silver gilt with light green, dark green, light blue, dark blue and white enamels, measuring 61.5 mm (w) x 85 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, the obverse centrepiece has been repositioned causing the stars formation to have been rotated clockwise by ninety degrees, chipping evident in the white enamels on the arm at 7 o'clock on the obverse, residue present on its original full-length neck ribbon, very fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The National Order of the Southern Cross was originally established as the Imperial Order of the Southern Cross on December 1, 1832. 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A large Senhor star in silver gilt, with a finely enamelled white star, with ball finials, affixed to base with three rivets, with three pink enamelled roses on green laurels in each quadrant, (Inspired by the motifs of roses that adorned the dress of Amélie of Leuchtenberg, wife of Emperor Pedro I), obverse centre exhibiting the hand chiseled cypher of Pedro I, blue enamelled surround with Motto AMOR E FIDELIDADE (LOVE AND FIDELITY), reverse with pin assembly, large makers plate of G. Wolfers, Bruxelles, denoting date of manufacture from 1888 to 1930, hallmarked on pin and catch with boars head denoting French small silver guarantee post 1838, also marked on reverse of pin with specialized provincial (Départements) ordinance Bigorne in the form of a grasshopper in bird's eye view, measuring 74.14 mm (w) x 71.84 mm (h), weighing 78.4 grams, heavily toned silver, with minor enamel loss to laurels, otherwise very fine fine.\n\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46133120368917,"sku":"W7325","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/image_1_b0ea059c-30bc-4d62-b3f6-da9fcb5330c8.png?v=1692903949"},{"product_id":"brazil-a-national-order-of-the-southern-cross-officers-cross-c-1950-w6861rl3","title":"Brazil. A National Order Of The Southern Cross, Officer’s Cross, C. 1950","description":"\u003cp\u003eType II (1932-). In Silver gilt, a five armed white enamel cross with ball finials, a half oak leaf, half laurel wreath between the arms of the cross, obverse medallion presents a blue enamel field with five white enamel stars, surrounded by a blue enamel ring inscribed BENEMERENTUM PRAEMIUM, the reverse presents a silver gilt female left facing bust, surrounded by a blue enamel surround inscribed REPUBLICA DOS ESTADOS UNIDOS BRASIL, surmounted by a half oak leaf, half laurel wreath, measures 41.35mm (w) x 64mm (h – inclusive of wreath and integral loop), weighs 28.8 grams, enamels intact, centerpiece slightly loose, light overall wear, very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Imperial Order of the Southern Cross (Ordem Imperial do Cruzeiro) was founded by Emperor Pedro I in commemoration of the recent independence of Brazil from the Portuguese crown, and on the occasion of his coronation as the new Emperor of Brazil. 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The Breast Star in silver, a white enamelled Maltese cross with ball finials, between each arm sits several smooth rays, the obverse medallion presents the light blue field with five small white stars organized in the southern cross constellation, surrounded by a dark blue ring inscribed BENEMERENTIUM PRAEMIUM, the reverse offers a single vertical pin suspension, measures 74.8mm (w) x 72.46mm (h), weighs 62.2 grams, cracking and crazing on three of the five arms, light gilt wear, reverse medallion missing, in very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Imperial Order of the Southern Cross (Ordem Imperial do Cruzeiro) was founded by Emperor Pedro I in commemoration of the recent independence of Brazil from the Portuguese crown, and on the occasion of his coronation as the new Emperor of Brazil. This Order was abolished by decree on March 22, 1891. 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Stern BRASIL, with a dark blue recessed medal bed, measures 118mm (w) x 200mm (l) x 32mm (d), light wear to exterior, hinge and clasp functional, remains in very fine condition. A small boutonniere pin with silver ribbon and blue rosette, in very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by a full newspaper page of Aerospace from September 1969, with page stating TRANQUILITY BASE MOON 1969 and several image of the moon. Lightly creased, minor discolouration near the edges, in very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA letter from the Honorary Secretary of the Tourist Guides Association of India addressed to Aldrin offering a welcome note dated October 1969. Contained in an envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Apollo 11 launched from Cape Kennedy on July 16 1969, carrying three astronauts: Commander Neil Armstrong, Command Module Pilot Michael Collins and Lunar Module Pilot Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuzz Aldrin was born on January 20, 1930 in Glen Ridge, New Jersey. His father, Edwin Eugene Aldrin Sr. was an Army aviator during the First World War, later working at Standard Oil. Aldrin attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, graduating third in his class in 1951.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the Korean War broke out, he joined the United States Air Force and underwent basic training in Florida. He served as a jet fighter pilot, flying 66 combat missions in a F-86 Sabre and shooting down two MiG-15 aircrafts. For his service in Korea, he was awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses and three Air Medals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAldrin later attended MIT, earning a Doctor of Science degree in astronautics. His doctoral thesis entitled “Line-of-Sight Guidance Techniques for Manned Orbital Rendezvous” resulted in the nickname ‘Dr. Rendezvous.’ He was selected as a member of NASA’s Astronaut Group 3, making him one of fourteen individuals chosen for the Gemini and Apollo programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis first space flight took place in 1966 on Gemini 12, in which he spent over five hours on extravehicular activity. In 1969, Aldrin was the second person ever to set foot on the moon, 19 minutes after Commander Neil Armstrong. As a Presbyterian elder, he was the first person to hold a religious ceremony on the Moon when he privately took communion. They returned to earth by splashing into the Pacific on July 24th. The total duration of the missing was 195 hours, 18 minutes, and 35 seconds. Each astronaut was honored with a Presidential Medal of Freedom. At the end of September 1969, they embarked on a 38-day world tour, visiting 22 foreign countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1971, Aldrin left NASA and became the Commandant of the U.S Air Force Test Pilot School. He retired from the Air force in 1972, after 21 years of service. He continued to advocate for space exploration, struggled with alcoholism and depression, and created the Aldrin Cycler, a special spacecraft trajectory. In 2015, Aldrin, along with the Florida Institute of Technology pitched a master plan to NASA in which astronauts would create a colony on Mars before the year 2040. Aldrin is currently 92 and resides in Montclair, New Jersey. 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Accompanied by a miniature of the order in gilt and enamels, measures 16.7mm (w) x 21mm (h) , light wear, in very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContained in a fitted case, not original to order, black lacquered exterior, padded leatherette interior, measures 100mm (w) x 100mm (l) x 40mm (d), light wear, hinge functional, in very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by documents of the Apollo 11 World Tour relating to the United Kingdom, including: an itinerary from October 14 to October 15, 1969, hotel room assignments for the travelling members, a Department of State booklet of Background Notes of the United Kingdom, and a separate 11-page document providing information on the United Kingdom (including media, the royal family, aerospace-relations, and copies of the speeches from the astronauts).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Apollo 11 launched from Cape Kennedy on July 16 1969, carrying three astronauts: Commander Neil Armstrong, Command Module Pilot Michael Collins and Lunar Module Pilot Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuzz Aldrin was born on January 20, 1930 in Glen Ridge, New Jersey. His father, Edwin Eugene Aldrin Sr. was an Army aviator during the First World War, later working at Standard Oil. Aldrin attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, graduating third in his class in 1951.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the Korean War broke out, he joined the United States Air Force and underwent basic training in Florida. He served as a jet fighter pilot, flying 66 combat missions in a F-86 Sabre and shooting down two MiG-15 aircrafts. For his service in Korea, he was awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses and three Air Medals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAldrin later attended MIT, earning a Doctor of Science degree in astronautics. His doctoral thesis entitled “Line-of-Sight Guidance Techniques for Manned Orbital Rendezvous” resulted in the nickname ‘Dr. Rendezvous.’ He was selected as a member of NASA’s Astronaut Group 3, making him one of fourteen individuals chosen for the Gemini and Apollo programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis first space flight took place in 1966 on Gemini 12, in which he spent over five hours on extravehicular activity. In 1969, Aldrin was the second person ever to set foot on the moon, 19 minutes after Commander Neil Armstrong. As a Presbyterian elder, he was the first person to hold a religious ceremony on the Moon when he privately took communion. They returned to earth by splashing into the Pacific on July 24th. The total duration of the missing was 195 hours, 18 minutes, and 35 seconds. Each astronaut was honored with a Presidential Medal of Freedom. At the end of September 1969, they embarked on a 38-day world tour, visiting 22 foreign countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1971, Aldrin left NASA and became the Commandant of the U.S Air Force Test Pilot School. He retired from the Air force in 1972, after 21 years of service. He continued to advocate for space exploration, struggled with alcoholism and depression, and created the Aldrin Cycler, a special spacecraft trajectory. In 2015, Aldrin, along with the Florida Institute of Technology pitched a master plan to NASA in which astronauts would create a colony on Mars before the year 2040. Aldrin is currently 92 and resides in Montclair, New Jersey. He is the only living Apollo 11 astronaut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance: Sotheby's Auction, Buzz Aldrin: American Icon 26 July 2022, Lot 52\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135381786901,"sku":"M0540-10","price":428.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/l22_mnc7865_085.jpg?v=1701972965"},{"product_id":"brazil-kingdom-an-order-of-rio-branco-grand-officer-breast-star-by-h-stern-m0379-29rl2","title":"Brazil, Kingdom. An Order Of Rio Branco, Grand Officer Breast Star By H. Stern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eOrdem do Rio Blanco. Instituted February 14, 1962. A lovely decoration consisting of an eight point silver star with clusters of smooth rays, superimposed on the obverse is the white enamelled Maltese cross with the obverse medallion presenting a silver gilt globe with a diagonal plain sash, surrounded by a blue enamelled ring inscribed VBIQVE PATRIAE MEMOR, the reverse presents a single vertical pin assembly with a makers mark for H. Stern, base is also stamped PRATA 1000 near hinge, measures 74.5mm in diameter, weighs 79.1 grams, enamels intact, several tips of rays bent, small enamel chip to blue enamelled ring, loss of gilt to edges of Maltese cross.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eContained in an unofficial box of wood exterior and a while silk interior, measures 85.1mm in diameter, fine condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eFootnote: The Order of Rio Branco (Ordem do Rio Blanco) was established by law on February 14, 1962. It was founded to recognize Brazilian citizens and foreigners who have distinguished served to Brazil in the filed of international diplomacy, through commendable actions of charity, and consultation. In order of precedence, it is the sixth-highest award within the country. The Order was named after José Maria de Silva Paranhoa, the Baron of Rio Branco (1845-1912). He was a politician, diplomat, teacher, and journalist under the reign of Pedro II. He negotiated peace with Uruguay and later with Paraguay at the end of the Triple Alliance War (1864-1870).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135460331797,"sku":"M0379-29.RL2","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c2020_701_mnc2590_1_1.jpg?v=1692910237"},{"product_id":"brazil-republic-an-order-of-aeronautical-merit-commanders-cross-c1950-w6404rl2","title":"Brazil, Republic. An Order Of Aeronautical Merit, Commander’s Cross, C.1950","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Ordem do Merito Aeronautico). Instituted November 1 1943. A silver gilt crutch cross consisting of four arms with white enamel edges portraying a square swirl design, and a propeller wing in the middle of each arm, the obverse central medallion features a sword with outstretched wings, contained in a blue enamel surround inscribed MERITO AERONAUTICO, the reverse medallion presents a yellow and green enamelled star with a large blue circular center, in a blue enamel surround inscribed REPUBLICA DOS ESTADOS UNIDOS DO BRASIL, suspended from a loop with an outstretched pair of wings, the elongated suspension ring features laurel leaves on each side of a thin solid line, measures 61.63mm (w) X 736.51mm (h – inclusive of integral suspension loop with wings), weighs 81.6 grams, enamel in arms of cross intact, loss of enamel to reverse medallion in the interior blue ring, moderate contact marks evident, suspension loop slightly bent, near very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Aeronautical Merit (Ordem do Mérito Aeronáutico) was established by presidential decree on November 1, 1943. It was founded to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the First Flight from the Santos-Dumont airport. In order of precedence, it is the fifth-highest award within the country. It is awarded to recognize Brazilian and foreign Air Force military personnel, and Brazilian or foreign establishments and institutions that have distinguished themselves with exceptional services to the Brazilian Air Force and the country. The commander is limited to 50 recipients.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135972299029,"sku":"W6404.RL2","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/tray215_6_lo_207_1_1.jpg?v=1764616562"},{"product_id":"brazil-federative-republic-an-order-of-aeronautical-merit-commander-c1950-w6656rl2","title":"Brazil, Federative Republic. An Order Of Aeronautical Merit, Commander, C.1950","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Ordem do Mérito Aeronáutico). 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In silver gilt with blue, white, yellow and green enamels, measuring 61.3 mm (w) x 75.5 mm (h), ornate suspension loop, intact enamels, contact marks evident on the reverse centrepiece, without neck ribbon, near extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Aeronautical Merit was instituted on November 1, 1943 by President Getúlio Vargas and was awarded for distinguished service and exceptional contributions to the Brazilian Air Force, in five grades: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46136003395861,"sku":"W6656.RL2","price":310.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m20_067_emd1247_1_1.jpg?v=1753304064"},{"product_id":"brazil-federative-republic-a-national-order-of-judicial-military-merit-grand-cross-star-c1960-w6622rl3","title":"Brazil, Federative Republic. 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Insignia in silver gilt with red, white and black enamels, mounted to an eight-pointed silver gilt star base, each star point with five emanating rays, maker marked \"CONDECORAÇÕES RANDAL RIO\" on the reverse cartouche, measuring 82 mm (w) x 81 mm (h), triple push pins, intact enamels, spotting evident on the obverse, near extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Judicial Military Merit was instituted on June 12, 1957 by the Higher Military Court and awarded for services to military justice, in four grades: Grand Cross, High Distinction, Distinction and Good Service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46136080564501,"sku":"W6622.RL3","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m20_063_emd1214_1_1_1.jpg?v=1760981638"},{"product_id":"brazil-republic-an-order-of-rio-branco-grand-cross-by-h-stern-m0162-387","title":"Brazil, Republic. 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All in extremely fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Rio Branco (Ordem do Rio Blanco) was established by law on February 14, 1962. It was founded to recognize Brazilian citizens and foreigners who have distinguished served to Brazil in the filed of international diplomacy, through commendable actions of charity, and consultation. In order of precedence, it is the sixth-highest award within the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46364597223701,"sku":"M0162-387","price":481.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC8014_e89501f2-8a55-4d5b-99cb-ae1c1ce7011a.jpg?v=1695049048"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.emedals.com\/collections\/south-america-brazil-orders.oembed?page=3","provider":"eMedals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}