Croatia, Republic. An Order Of Merit, I Class, Christian Version, C.1942 United Republic of and on July 13

and on July 13

(DJ/HJ Halstuch Knoten)

gray mesh cotton backer

surface wear and contact marks on both sides from active use

a 18 mm x 29

Croatia, Republic. An Order Of Merit, I Class, Christian Version, C.1942 United Republic of and on July 13(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red enamels, unmarked however exhibiting the manufacturing characteristics typical Braca Knaus of Zagreb, measuring 44. 5 mm (w) x 47. 5 mm (h inclusive of its integral suspension), intact enamels, insignia sits loose on the cross base, scattered silvering wear, without ribbon, near fine. This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals,