Portugal, Republic. An Order Of Naval Merit, Commander Auction vertical needle pin

vertical needle pin

each constructed of white wool with a buckram core and trimmed with red piping

thus earning the Wound Badge in Gold

each torch given to the bearer as a keepsake

Portugal, Republic. An Order Of Naval Merit, Commander Auction vertical needle pin(Ordem do Mrito Naval). In bronze gilt with blue and white enamels, illustrating the Portuguese Navy coat of arms which incorporates a fierce dolphin within an open ended wreath, a ribbon banner at the wreath's base inscribed "TALANT DE BIEN FAIRE" and surmounted by the naval crown, backed by crossed swords, mounted to a cross base, measuring 52. 8 mm (w) x 59 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, suspension loop with a floral motif, intact enamels,