Portugal. A Military Order Of Christ, Grand Cross Set With Case Hold 2 mm each) and pair

2 mm each) and pair of Major's Collar Insignia (bronze gilt

Buckler and Graham

His birth year was stated as 1897 on the Attestation Paper but was later changed to 1899

the leather remains relatively supple considering its age

Portugal. A Military Order Of Christ, Grand Cross Set With Case Hold 2 mm each) and pairGrand Cross: silver gilt with red and white enamels, unmarked, 43 mm x 65. 8 mm, on an original full length sash; and Breast Star: multi piece construction, silver gilt with red and white enamels, maker marked "FREDERICO COSTA CONDECORAES" on the reverse cartouche, 71. 7 mm x 72. 7 mm, vertical pinback. Intact enamels, scattered gilt wear on the suspension loop on the Grand Cross, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, raised platform with