Portugal, Republic. An Order of the Republic, Grand Cross Set United Republic of On March 27

On March 27

85 mm x 137 mm

with approximately half of its original silver finish intact

crossed bronze swords on the ribbons of the two Iron Merit Crosses

(Schicksalswende Medaille)

Portugal, Republic. An Order of the Republic, Grand Cross Set United Republic of On March 27(Ordem do Mrito). The sash badge, a multi piece construction, silver gilt with blue, white and red enamels, the obverse features a central five point star on a blue field encircled by the white ring inscribed BEM MERECER, the reverse features the coat of arms of Portugal and surrounded inscription REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA, suspending laurel wreath and elongated loop with floral designs, measuring at 52. 2 mm (w) x 81. 7 mm (h inclusive of its wreath