Portugal, Kingdom. A Red Cross Decoration, 2Nd Class Commander, C.1918 Auction Archive Machine Embroidered

Machine Embroidered

named to Hermann Lutz (

In twisted cotton threads

53mm x 53mm (oakleaves 17

exhibiting wear throughout

Portugal, Kingdom. A Red Cross Decoration, 2Nd Class Commander, C.1918 Auction Archive Machine Embroidered(Medalha da Cruz Vermelha). A large award in silver with red enameled cross with gilt framing, obverse centre in white enamel with five small blue shields (escudetes) arranged in a Greek cross, reverse centre also in white enamel with gilt Motto INTER ARMA CARITAS, with laurels in gilt with green enameling, measuring 55 mm (w) x 96 mm (h inclusive of laurel suspension as well as integral ring), on correct replacement ribbon, toned silver, very fine.