Order of Military Merit, III Class (for Military Merit)

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SKU: 01.CUB.0102.105.01.003

Estimated market value:

$320 USD

  • Order of Military Merit, III Class (for Military Merit) Obverse
  • Order of Military Merit, III Class (for Military Merit) Reverse

Estimated market value:

$320 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Cuba
  • Composition
    Gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: HONOR VIRTUE VALOR
  • Size
    51x73mm

Physical Description and Item Details


Multi-piece construction, silver gilt with red, blue, green, white, and yellow enamels, handpainted centrepiece on the reverse, unmarked, 52.5 mm x 73.7 mm inclusive of its wreath suspension, original ribbon, intact enamels, crazing evident in the enamels on the reverse centrepiece, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine.

History


The Order was conferred upon Cubans and foreign citizens for exceptional military merit, but it is can also be awarded to recognize other services.

When the Order was awarded to recognize other services the colour of the cross' enamel and ribbon change.

When the Order is awarded to recognize Military Merit, the cross and the ribbon are Dark Red.

When the Order is awarded to recognize Bravery in Combat, the cross and the ribbon are Purple.

When the Order is awarded to recognize Humanitarian Acts, the cross and the ribbon are Half Red and Half White.

When the Order is awarded to recognize Good Conduct, the cross and the ribbon are Blue.

When the Order is awarded to recognize Continuous Service, the cross and the ribbon are Half Blue and Half White.

When the Order is awarded to recognize Special Services, the cross and the ribbon are Green.

When the Order is awarded to recognize Other Services, the cross and the ribbon are White.

The III Class awards are awarded to Captains and Lieutenants.

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