Chile, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Grand Cross Set Newly Listed numbered “286” on reverse

numbered “286” on reverse

and black enamels with multi-coloured lions rampant

The visor is vulcanfibre with two rows of gold bullion oak leaves (gold braid

The awards with red distinction were awarded in recognition of courage and effective actions in overseas combat

Chile, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Grand Cross Set Newly Listed numbered “286” on reverse(Orden al Mrito). Intituted 1906. Type V (1929 present). Sash badge of the order consisting of a ball tipped enameled white five pointed star in silver, the quadrants embellishing by a surrounded laurel wreath also in silver, suspended by delicate Andean condor suspension in silver gilt, obverse centre in gilt featuring a facing right woman portrait encircled by the inscription REPUBLICA DE CHILE, mirrored reverse with central medallion also in gilt