Portugal, Republic. An Order Of Naval Merit, Commander Auction each torch given to the

each torch given to the bearer as a keepsake

silver/aluminum wreathing and with two gulls

Numbered #605

125 mm x 177 mm)

vertical needle pin

Portugal, Republic. An Order Of Naval Merit, Commander Auction each torch given to the(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,