Portugal, Kingdom. A Red Cross Decoration, 2Nd Class Commander, C.1918 Auction 93 mm x 130 mm

93 mm x 130 mm

The scabbard is brass

a scroll inscribed “ROYAL SCOTS GREYS”

TRANSVAAL (6090 PTE

Portugal, Kingdom. A Red Cross Decoration, 2Nd Class Commander, C.1918 Auction 93 mm x 130 mm(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.