A Malagasy Republic Order Of Agricultural Merit, Knight Newly Listed Pentreath" on the right side

Pentreath" on the right side of the sweatband with the initials "HP" scratched below

silver plated tombac

In silvered steel (magnetic)

The sweatband is crafted out of matching khaki leather

A Malagasy Republic Order Of Agricultural Merit, Knight Newly Listed Pentreath" on the right sideMalagasy Republic (now Madagascar); Three piece construction, bronze gilt with green and white enamels, 43. 2 mm x 49. 5 mm, original ribbon with dual prong pinback, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Agricultural Merit was created on August 10, 1962, to recognize individuals who contributed distinguished services in the field of agriculture. It came in three classes: Commander, Officer and Knight. The Malagasy Republic was a state