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In its hardshelled case of issue, gilt Venezuelan coat-of-arms and marked \"ORDEN MILITAR AL MERITO\" on the lid, maker marked \"N.S. MEYER, INC. 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Accompanied by its 10 mm x 36 mm Ribbon Bar in its hardshelled case of issue, marked \"Condecoración GRAL. RAFAEL URDANETA\" and \"PRIMERA CLASE\" on the lid, maker marked \"N.S. MEYER, INC. NEW YORK, U.S.A.\" on the inside lid, tabbed medal bed, case extremely fine.\nFootnote: The Order was created by the Revolutionary Junta in 1946 to recognize long and prestigious service in the national armed forces of Venezuela and to encourage military virtues and excellence among career military officers. 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The Order was derogated in 2010. \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. 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":46124813811989,"sku":"EG2867","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-030410.jpg?v=1692879569"},{"product_id":"venezuela-republic-an-order-of-francisco-miranda-commanders-star-by-ns-meyer-inc-c1950-eg2868","title":"Venezuela, Republic. An Order Of Francisco Miranda, Commander's Star, By N.s. Meyer Inc., C.1950","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Orden de Francisco Miranda). Instituted 1939. Type II. 1943-present. In silver gilt, an eight-pointed star consisting of rays of varying lengths, with obverse centre depicting a finely enameled red medallion inscribed by FRANCISCO DE MIRANDA encircled by a laurel wreath also in silver gilt, reverse with pinback, marked by maker’s mark of N.S MEYER INC. NEW YORK, denoting manufacture of late 1940s, measuring 77.70 mm (w) x 77.45 mm (h), presenting minor stained in the star, otherwise near to mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Francisco Miranda was instituted in Venezuela in 1939 to reward Venezuelan citizens and foreign nationals for exceptional merit in science, humanities, and progress of the country. It is also awarded to those who died during the performance of their services to the country.\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. 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":46124819415317,"sku":"EG2868","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-030508.jpg?v=1692879613"},{"product_id":"venezuela-republic-an-order-of-the-liberator-ii-class-grand-officer-by-godet-son-c1900-eg2860","title":"Venezuela, Republic. An Order Of The Liberator, Ii Class Grand Officer, By Godet \u0026 Son, C.1900","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Orden del Libertador). Instituted 1854 and Confirmed 1880. 1880-1920 Issue. Of quality German manufacture, consisting of an eight- pointed multi-rayed star in silver, obverse centre appliqué in silver gilt featuring a superposed bust of Simon Bolivar, surrounded by an enameled blue border inscribed by his name, reverse with traditional flat pin assembly, marked by maker’s cartouche of Godet \u0026amp; Son, measuring 79.98 mm (w) x 81.05 mm (h), with minor toned silver, extremely good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Liberator was the highest distinction of Venezuela and was appointed for services to the country, outstanding merit and benefits made to the community, until its abolition in 2010. The order was confirmed by Antonio Guzmán Blanco on September 14, 1880, and reformed in 1922 under the presidential term of Juan Vicente Gómez.\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. 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":46125047906581,"sku":"EG2860","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-038279.jpg?v=1692880891"},{"product_id":"venezuela-bolivarian-republic-an-order-of-the-liberator-iv-class-officer-c1900-eg2866","title":"Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic. An Order Of The Liberator, Iv Class Officer, C.1900","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Orden del Libertador). Instituted in 1880. 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It was discontinued in 2010, being replaced by the Order of the Liberators and Liberators of Venezuela.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46125502529813,"sku":"EG2866","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-048549_1.jpg?v=1692882714"},{"product_id":"venezuela-republic-an-order-of-the-liberator-grand-officers-star-by-a-chobillon-c1900-eg2861","title":"Venezuela, Republic. An Order Of The Liberator, Grand Officer's Star, By A. Chobillon, C.1900","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Orden del Libertador). Instituted 1880 by president Antonio Guzmán Blanco. 1880-1920 Issue. Of quality French manufacture, consisting of a finely beaded eight-pointed multiple ray star in silver, obverse centre featuring a superposed bust of Simon Bolivar in silver gilt, surrounded by an enameled blue border inscribed by his name, reverse with pin assembly and dual retaining pins, marked by maker’s mark of A. Chobillon, denoting .950 silver purity, measuring 79.85 mm (w) x 91.18 mm (h), with minor toned silver, slightly detached centerpiece and medallion fairly off the centre, very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Liberator was founded by Antonio Guzmán Blanco on September 14, 1880, and reformed in 1922 under the presidential term of Juan Vicente Gómez. The Order has as precedent the Medal of Distinction with the bust of the Liberator created on March 11, 1854 under the presidency of José Gregorio Monagas and before that, the Order of the Liberators created by Simón Bolívar in 1813. It was the highest distinction of Venezuela and was appointed for services to the country, outstanding merit and benefits made to the community. It was discontinued in 2010. \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. 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":46125743669525,"sku":"EG2861","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-053973.jpg?v=1692883554"},{"product_id":"venezuela-an-order-of-the-liberator-grand-cross-sash-eg2864","title":"Venezuela. An Order Of The Liberator, Grand Cross Sash","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Orden del Libertador). Instituted in 1880. 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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":46125749862677,"sku":"EG2864","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-053906.jpg?v=1692883545"},{"product_id":"venezuela-republic-a-naval-commander-pilot-badge-w5737","title":"Venezuela, Republic. 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Hardshelled design on both the lid and base, the exterior with a bright yellow dimpled fabric covering on all sides, the lid bearing the Venezuelan Army insignia, inscribed \"CONDECORACION \/ CRUZ DEL EJERCITO VENEZOLANO\" above and \"SEGUNDA CLASE\" below in red ink, inside lid lined in white satin, padded and maker marked \"Distintivos Venezolanos\", a white cotton strap supporting the lid when opened, a white cardboard insert placed within the base and housing a yellow felt medal bed, with a large recessed bed at the back for the Cross and a raised platform at the front with recessed beds for the Miniature and Ribbon Bar and a slot for the Rosette, designed without a secure closure, measuring 125 mm (w) x 193 mm (h) x 36 mm (d), very light soiling evident on the exterior and interior, near extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Cross of the Venezuelan Army was awarded for distinguished service and achievement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46126546190613,"sku":"W5743","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m19_8630.jpg?v=1759251089"},{"product_id":"venezuela-republic-an-order-of-the-liberator-ii-class-grand-officer-badge-w5762","title":"Venezuela, Republic. 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Hardshelled design on both the lid and base, the exterior with a black dimpled fabric covering on all sides, the lid bearing the Venezuelan coat-of-arms and inscribed \"ORDEN FRANCISCO DE MIRANDA\" below in gold-coloured ink, inside lid lined in maroon satin, padded and maker marked \"JOYERIAS UNIDAS S.A.\", the base with a maroon synthetic dimpled liner and a maroon fabric-wrapped cardboard insert placed within, dual-hinged, designed without a secure closure, measuring 123 mm (w) x 243 mm (h) x 31.3 mm (d), the lid undulated versus the base, missing its medal bed insert, fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Francisco de Miranda is conferred by the Republic of Venezuela, in memory of Francisco de Miranda (1754-1816). 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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\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46129428267285,"sku":"EG2863.RL2","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-050495_1_1.jpg?v=1692893920"},{"product_id":"united-states-venezuela-republic-two-naval-aviation-badges-w6165rl1","title":"United States; Venezuela, Republic. Two Naval Aviation Badges","description":"United States: Naval Aviation Observer\/Flight Meteorologist Badge (in silvered and gilt metal, unmarked, measuring 70 mm (w) x 19.3 mm (h), dual push pins, on its Gemsco, Inc. card of issue); and Venezuela, Republic: Naval Aviation Parachutist Badge (in gilt metal with red, blue and yellow enamels, maker marked N.S. 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In silvered bronze, a multiple-rayed eight-pointed star with typical wavy rays, the obverse presenting engraved period Venezuelan coat of arms, surrounded by an enameled blue border inscribed SIMON BOLIVAR, as well as by a ring of silvered bronze beads, the reverse with unusual central screw, measuring 70.62 mm (w) x 80.82 mm (h), presenting strong loss of silver, with general oxidation along the star, fair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Liberator has a long and convoluted history that began with the creation of the Order of the Liberators of Venezuela by Simon Bolivar on October 22, 1813. This Order was created to reward the military personnel from Gran Colombia and Venezuela who distinguished themselves fighting for the cause of independence. No examples of this Order have survived, and the official documentation is vague regarding the Order's statutes and bestowal conditions. The Distinguished Medal with the Bust of Bolivar (Medalla de Distinción con el Busto del Libertador) was created in 1854 to reward Chiefs, Generals, and Officers, in recognition of loyalty to the national cause, as well as civilians who have served notably to the nation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46130579046677,"sku":"W6406.RL1","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/tray777_2_lo_017_1.jpg?v=1692895987"},{"product_id":"venezuela-republic-an-order-of-the-bust-of-bolivar-grand-cross-star-by-lemaitre-paris-c1900-w2910rl2","title":"Venezuela, Republic. An Order Of The Bust Of Bolivar; Grand Cross Star, By Lemaitre, Paris, C.1900","description":"In silver, measuring 80x88mm. Marked on reverse \"Lemaitre, Paris\". Superb quality star, with finely executed details, circa 1900. 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Instituted on June 16, 1973. Badge (seven-piece construction, in bronze gilt with red enamels, measuring 44.3 mm (w) x 62.2 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally-pierced loop, minor gilt wear on the obverse centrepiece, adhesive repair evident on the reverse centrepiece, on its full-length sash); Breast Star (three-piece construction, insignia in bronze gilt, mounted to a silvered bronze base, measuring 54.5 mm (w) x 86.8 mm (h), vertical pinback); and Miniature (two-piece construction, in bronze gilt with red enamels, measuring 17.8 mm (w) x 24 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally-pierced loop, rosette on its original ribbon). 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Badge (five-piece construction, in bronze gilt with navy blue enamels, measuring 46.5 mm (w) x 58 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally-pierced ball suspension, clipped to its full-length neck ribbon with ties); Breast Star (four-piece construction, silvered bronze insignia, mounted to a silver and white finished bronze eight-pointed star base, each star point with five emanating rays, maker marked with the N.S. Meyer shield and maker marked \"N.S. MEYER, INC. NEW YORK\" on the reverse cartouche, measuring 75.5 mm (w) x 81.2 mm (h), vertical pinback flanked by dual stays); and Rosette (in tri-colour embroidery, measuring 10.7 mm in diameter, mounted to a 17 mm (w) x 8.3 mm silver ribbon base, push pin point). Near extremely fine. In their hardshelled case of issue, maroon pebbled exterior, marked with the Venezuelan coat-of-arms and inscribed \"ORDEN DEL LIBERTADOR\" on the lid, inside lid lined in navy blue satin and bearing the N.S. Meyer, Inc. New York Shield insignia, navy blue felt medal bed, scuffing and wear evident on the exterior, case very fine.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Liberator was instituted on September 14, 1880 and was awarded for meritorious services to the country and the community, in six grades: Collar, Grand Cordon, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight. It was discontinued in 2010 and replaced by the Order of the Liberators and Liberators of Venezuela.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46132182122773,"sku":"M0438-11","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c2020_959_mnc9296.jpg?v=1692899865"},{"product_id":"venezuela-bolivarian-republic-two-awards-m0438-12rl1","title":"Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic. 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In their hardshelled case of issue, marked with the Venezuelan coat-of-arms and inscribed \"ORDEN FRANCISCO DE MIRANDA \/ Tercera Clase\" (III Class) in gold-coloured ink on the lid, navy blue felt medal bed, case also extremely fine.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2. Order of the Star of Carabobo (\u003ci\u003eCondecoración Estrella de Carabobo\u003c\/i\u003e) Badge: (two-piece construction, in silvered bronze, measuring 60 mm (w) x 60 mm (h), original ribbon with dual pin attachments; and Ribbon Bar (silvered insignia, mounted to a red and blue embroidered base with gilt metal ends, measuring 40.5 mm (w) x 14.2 mm (h), with dual push pins. Extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked with the Venezuela Army coat-of-arms and inscribed \"ORDEN ESTRELLA DE CARABORO \/ UNICA CLASE\" (Only Class) in gold-coloured ink on the lid, maker marked \"FABRICA INSIGNIAS VENEZOLANAS C.A\" on the inside lid, ultramarine blue fabric medal bed, case also extremely fine.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFootnote: \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1. The Order of Francisco de Miranda is conferred by the Republic of Venezuela, in memory of Francisco de Miranda (1754-1816). This national honour and decoration was created to recognize Venezuelan citizens and foreigners who have contributed to the sciences, who have contributed to national advancement and progress of the country, to the humanities, or to those who have exemplified outstanding merits. There are several variations in this Order. This Order was originally a medal, established in 1934, however, it was established as an Order on July 28, 1939, in three grades: Grand Cross, Commander and Knight.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2. The Order of the Star of Carabobo is awarded to members of the Venezuelan army for distinguished service and may also be awarded to members of other branches of the Venezuelan armed forces and to civilians for significant contributions to the army.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46132232716565,"sku":"M0438-12.RL1","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c2020_967_mnc9307_1.jpg?v=1692900123"},{"product_id":"venezuela-republic-an-order-of-merit-officers-cross-in-gold-c-1870-eu19441rl1","title":"Venezuela, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Officer’s Cross In Gold, C. 1870","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Orden Honor al Merito). Instituted 1861. 1861-1881 Issue. A superb cross of French manufacture, in Gold, consisting of a white enamelled cross with ball finials, with finely enamelled laurels and coffee branches in each quadrant, obverse centre depicting the coat of arms of Venezuela, encircled by an enamelled blue border inscribed by REPUBLICA DE VENEZUELA (Republic of Venezuela), reverse depicting engraved inscription 29 AGOSTO 1861 (29 August, 1861) surrounded by the inscription HONOR AL MERITO (Honor in Merit) on a blue enamelled border, with a French eagles head hallmark on 6 o'clock laurel branch denoting 18k Gold content manufactured in France post 1838, measuring 36.37 mm (w) x 42.65 mm (h - inclusive of integral ring), on original ribbon with officer's rosette, extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Honor was unofficial instituted in Venezuela in 1861. It was awarded from 1861 until 1881, when it was replaced for the Order of the Liberator. It was mainly manufactured by European makers, in particular French made.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46133554839829,"sku":"EU19441.RL1","price":700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/56_m21_mnc0700_1.jpg?v=1702514573"},{"product_id":"venezuela-an-order-of-the-liberator-iii-class-commander-c1940-eu20071","title":"Venezuela. An Order Of The Liberator, Iii Class Commander, C.1940","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Orden del Libertador). Instituted September 14 1880 by President Antonio Guzman Blanco. Type II. (1922-2010). In silver gilt, a multiple-ray sunburst with dual rays at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock, the obverse ovular medallion features the right facing profile of Simon Bolivar in a blue enamel surround inscribed SIMON BOLIVAR, the reverse features the Venezuelan coat of arms, measures 47.9mm (w) x 57.8mm (h – inclusive of integral ball), weighs 25.3 grams (including ribbon), worn on a small section of original neck ribbon attached by an ovular suspension loop, enamels intact, wear to gilt on rays, in very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Liberator (Orden del Liberator) has a long and convoluted history that began with the creation of the Order of the Liberators of Venezuela by Simon Bolivar on October 22, 1813. This Order was created to reward the military personnel from Gran Colombia and Venezuela who distinguished themselves fighting for the cause of independence. No examples of this Order have survived, and the official documentation is vague regarding the Order's statutes and bestowal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1854, the Distinguished Medal with the Bust of Bolivar (Medalla de Distinción con el Busto del Liberator) was created to reward Chiefs, Generals, and Officers, in recognition of the loyalty to the national cause, as well as civilians who have served notably to the nation. By then, the Medal consisted of a unique grade that displayed the Bust of Bolivar on the obverse, and the Venezuelan coat of arms on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, the Medal was promoted to Order by President Antonio Guzmán Blanco in 1881. It was created with five classes: I Class, II Class, III Class, IV Class, and V Class. The I Class, II Class, and III Class featured breast stars with different designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46133623587093,"sku":"EU20071","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/l22_mnc6504_004.jpg?v=1692905686"},{"product_id":"venezuela-republic-an-order-of-the-liberator-grand-cross-c1940-w6775","title":"Venezuela, Republic. An Order Of The Liberator, Grand Cross, C.1940","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Orden del Liberator). Instituted on October 22, 1813 by Simon Bolivar. Type II (1922-1910). A silver gilt multiple-ray sunburst with dual rays at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock, with conjoining bar between every ray creating an oval shape, centre obverse features a right facing bust of Simon Bolivar, in a blue enamel surround inscribed SIMON BOLIVAR, reverse center bears superimposed coat of arms on medallion, measures 47.5mm (w) x 58.0mm (h – inclusive of integral ball), weighs 26.9 grams, worn on an original full length sash badge, enamels intact, scattered gilt wear, ribbon presents discolouration and residue, however the grand cross remains in extremely fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Liberator was instituted on September 14, 1880 and awarded for meritorious services to the country and the community. It comes in six grades: Collar, Grand Cordon, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight. This Order is often referred to as the Order of Bolivar or the Order of the Bust of Bolivar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46133959983381,"sku":"W6775","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/l22_mnc6642_195.jpg?v=1692906569"},{"product_id":"venezuela-bolivarian-republic-an-order-of-andres-bello-collar-c1980-m0438-4rl3","title":"Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic. An Order Of Andrés Bello, Collar, C.1980","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e(\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eOrden Andrés Bello\u003c\/i\u003e). I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enstituted in 1965. T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehe centrepoint of the chain with the Badge of the Order in bronze gilt with navy blue and white enamels, the full obverse and reverse centrepiece of which is lacquered, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe Badge suspended from a second badge with incorporates a two-piece construction and bears the bust of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAndrés \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBello within a wreath \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein bronze gilt with red, navy blue and green enamels, measuring 38.8 mm (w) x 41.5 mm (h), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe chain \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith fifteen alternating insignia, consisting of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeight insignia which bears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the initials \"AB\" (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAndrés \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBello) in bronze gilt with red and navy blue enamels, with a lacquered finish, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emeasuring 34.5 mm (w) x 26 mm (h), and seven insignia \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eillustrating an open book inscribed \"\u003c\/span\u003eEDUCACION \/ LETRAS\" (Education \/ Letters) on the left page and \"CIENCIAS \/ ARTES\" (Sciences \/ Arts) on the right page in bronze gilt, each of the insignia with four loops attached, two on either side, each joined together by elongated bronze gilt links, \u003cspan\u003ethe chain measuring approximately 1,350 mm in length, intact enamels, extremely fine.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFootnote: The Order of Andrés \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBello\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is awarded for services to the arts, in three grades: I Class Grand Cross, II Class Commander and III Class Knight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135326638357,"sku":"M0438-4.RL3","price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/mnc3626_m20_0012_1_2.jpg?v=1692909499"},{"product_id":"venezuela-bolivarian-republic-an-order-of-the-liberator-i-class-grand-cross-case-c1900-w7537rl1","title":"Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic. 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Case with a wooden framework, the exterior on five sides in a soft and supple azure blue velvetine that wraps around to the edges on both the lid and the base, the bottom in a finely textured black cloth, inside lid in white cotton, padded and maker marked in black ink with the \"Gathmann Hnos (Hermanos)\" insignia (Gathmann Brothers Watchmaking and Jewellers), base with a white cardboard insert and housing a raised platform with flip-up panel, the platform and the boxed area of the base in maroon felt, the platform incorporating a medal bed with recessed areas for the badge and the breast star, the latter slotted for its pin, with slotted areas for the rosettes flanking the recessed area for the badge, clasp closure on the front, hinged along the rear edge, measuring 115 mm in width x 230 mm in height x 62 mm in depth, with age discoloration evident on the azure blue velvetine, the finely textured black cloth on the bottom exhibiting wear on the two corners and the edge of the left side that exposes the wooden framework, extensive wear and loss present in the white cloth overlying the hinged area, very fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Liberator was instituted on September 14, 1880 and was discontinued in 2010, being replaced by the Order of the Liberators and Liberators of Venezuela. It was awarded for meritorious services to the country and the community, in six grades: Collar, Grand Cordon, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135477797141,"sku":"W7537.RL1","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/ai1_1017_1.jpg?v=1692910394"},{"product_id":"venezuela-republic-an-order-of-the-liberator-grand-cordon-m0205-60rl2","title":"Venezuela, Republic. An Order Of The Liberator, Grand Cordon","description":"(Orden del Liberator). Instituted on October 22, 1813 by Simon Bolivar. Type II (1922-1910). A silver gilt multiple-ray sunburst with dual rays at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock, with conjoining bar between every ray creating an oval shape, centre obverse features a right facing bust of Simon Bolivar, in a blue enamel surround inscribed SIMON BOLIVAR, reverse center bears superimposed coat of arms on medallion, measures 48.7mm (w) x 59.5mm (h – inclusive of integral ball), weighs 30.7 grams, enamel intact, cleaner residue evident around the enamel surround on reverse, light gilt wear, in overall very fine condition.\n\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135542120725,"sku":"M0205-60.RL2","price":305.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/l22_mnc4777_519_1_1.jpg?v=1738248068"},{"product_id":"venezuela-an-order-of-the-liberator-iii-class-commander-star-german-made-c1900-w4545rl2","title":"Venezuela. 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Likely national manufacture, a time period III Class breast star, consisting of a finely eight-pointed rayed star in silver, the arms exhibiting clusters of multiple smooth, pebble rays, with obverse featuring an engraved highly-detailed Venezuelan coat of arms on a polished silver background, surrounded by a hand-chased ornamented border also in silver, the reverse featuring a principal vertical pin assembly, marked by silver content “900”, measuring 75.51 mm (w) x 82.31 mm (h), with minor toned silver in the tips and light contact, otherwise extremely fine and desirable piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Liberator was the highest distinction of Venezuela and was appointed for services to the country, outstanding merit and benefits made to the community, until its abolition in 2010. The order was confirmed by Antonio Guzmán Blanco on September 14, 1880, and reformed in 1922 under the presidential term of Juan Vicente Gómez.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135858528533,"sku":"W6375.RL1","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/ci19_2384_1_1.jpg?v=1692912341"},{"product_id":"venezuela-bolivarian-republic-an-order-of-andres-bello-i-class-grand-cross-star-c1970-w6661rl2","title":"Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic. An Order Of Andrés Bello, I Class Grand Cross Star, C.1970","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Orden Andrés Bello). Instututed in 1965. Insignia in bronze gilt with blue enamels, mounted to a silvered metal eight-pointed star base, each of the star points with five emanating rays, maker marked \"RUSSELL UNIFORM CO. 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