Peru, Republic. An Order Of Merit For Distinguished Service, Iii Class Commander, C.1955 Newly Listed Star of the Order in

Star of the Order in silver

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clearly numbered “67946” on the reverse

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Peru, Republic. An Order Of Merit For Distinguished Service, Iii Class Commander, C.1955 Newly Listed Star of the Order in(Orden al Mrito por Servicios Distinguidos). Instituted in 1950. Three piece construction, insignia in silver gilt with red and white enamels, mounted to a silver gilt base, maker marked "CASA NACIONAL DE MONEDA LIMA PERU" on the reverse cartouche, measuring 53. 8 mm (w) x 63. 7 mm (h), intact enamels, replacement shortened neck ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Merit for Distinguished Service was instituted on July 18, 1950 and is