Medal of Life Saving and Humanity Deeds, Gold Medal (1852-1853)
SKU: 02.PRT.0129.101.01
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Medal of Life Saving and Humanity Deeds was established in Portugal in 1852 by Queen Maria II. It was founded to commemorate those who has displayed philanthropic and generous acts for the benefit of Portugal.
The Medal was awarded with two grades based on the meritorious services displayed by the recipient; Gold Medal and Silver Medal.
There are two models that differ mainly in the inscription.
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Gold
Obv: D. MARIA RAINHA DE PORTUGAL Rev: PHILANTROPIA GENEROSIDADE AO MERITO A RAINHA DE PORTUGAL
30mm
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Gold
Obv: D. MARIA RAINHA DE PORTUGAL Rev: PHILANTROPIA GENEROSIDADE AO MERITO INSTITUIDA POR S.M.F. A RAINHA A SA D MARIA
30mm
This version was awarded also posthumously. This version is stamped GERARD F.
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Gold
Obv: D. MARIA RAINHA DE PORTUGAL Rev: PHILANTROPIA GENEROSIDADE AO MERITO INSTITUIDA POR S.M.F. A RAINHA A SA D MARIA
30mm
This version was awarded also posthumously. This version is stamped ROESIA.
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Gold
Obv: D. MARIA RAINHA DE PORTUGAL Rev: PHILANTROPIA GENEROSIDADE AO MERITO INSTITUIDA POR S.M.F. A RAINHA A SA D MARIA
30mm
This version was awarded also posthumously. This version is not stamped.
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