Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Auction Archive soiling present on the off-white

soiling present on the off-white felt on the raised platform

navy blue wool backer

in addition to the loss of the backplate

Air Group 15 destroyed more enemy planes (315 airborne and 348 on the ground) and sank more enemy shipping than any other Air Group in the Pacific War

This item is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from G S Laboratories

Brazil, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Auction Archive soiling present on the off-whiteInstituted November 1 1943. In silver gilt and enamels, multi piece construction, central medallion features propeller arms and a central sword with wings, encircled by a blue ring inscribed AERONAUTICO MERITO, the reverse features Brazilian symbolism, wing suspension, measures 62. 7 mm (w) x 73. 1 mm (h), worn on full length neck ribbon with ties on the ends, medallion is loose and spins, dark patina, in very fine condition.