Lebanon, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Iii Class Silver Grade, By Arthus Bertrand Archive ranging from fine to very

ranging from fine to very fine

2 cm (w) x 24

but three prongs broken off

A Medal Pair to the 19th Infantry

Lebanon, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Iii Class Silver Grade, By Arthus Bertrand Archive ranging from fine to very(Ordre du mrite). Instituted in 1922. In silver, hallmarked, maker marked "AB & Co" (Arthus Bertrand) and marked "800" (silver) on the edge, measuring 30. 8 mm (w) x 40. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, original ribbon with embroidered cedar tree, dual prong pinback, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Merit was established in 1922, to recognize acts of courage and devotion during the French