Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Auction Archive Breast Badge in GOLD end

Breast Badge in GOLD end enamels

located at the lower right breast

consisting of 1) A War Merit Cross Second Class ribbon with the swords missing

The throat is retained by two side screws

the other has experienced greening along with edge wear and measures 60 mm (w) x 62 mm (h))

Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Auction Archive Breast Badge in GOLD endInstituted November 1 1943. In silver gilt and enamels, multi piece construction, central medallion features propeller arms and a central sword with wings, encircled by a blue ring inscribed AERONAUTICO MERITO, the reverse features Brazilian symbolism, wing suspension, measures 62. 7 mm (w) x 73. 1 mm (h), worn on full length neck ribbon with ties on the ends, medallion is loose and spins, dark patina, in very fine condition.