Syria, Republic. An Order Of Military Merit, IV Class United Republic of unmarked but a textbook example

unmarked but a textbook example of Juncker production

clasps: South Africa 1901

Constructed of fine grey machine embroidery on a black wool backer

The tunic measures approximately 490 mm across the shoulders

Syria, Republic. An Order Of Military Merit, IV Class United Republic of unmarked but a textbook exampleInstituted in 1953. In bronze, measuring 43. 8 mm (w) x 54 mm (h), dicolouration evident on the reverse, original ribbon with dual prong pinback, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on July 4, 1953 and awarded for bravery in battle or for services rendered. It is awarded in five grades: Excellent Class, I Class, II Class, III Class and IV Class.