Mauritania, Islamic Republic. An Order Of National Merit, Commander, By Arthus Bertrand certificate_of_authenticity passing away there on November

passing away there on November 13

Also includes two letters

An 1878-81 Rio Negro and Patagonia Campaign Medal in Gold - (Curupaity Medal) Gold Medal

discoloration and minor interruptions evident in the silvered rolled copper wire

Mauritania, Islamic Republic. An Order Of National Merit, Commander, By Arthus Bertrand certificate_of_authenticity passing away there on NovemberIn silvered metal with green enamels, unmarked, measuring 44. 12 mm (w) x 59. 66 mm (h to top of ring suspension) weighing at 25. 6 original ribbon, intact enamels, extremely fine; Breast Star in silver with gold and green enamels, hallmarked on pin, measuring at 79. 77mm (w) x 81. 73mm (h) and weighing at 96. 6 grams, in its hardshelled case of issue, maker marked "ARTHUS BERTRAND Paris" on the inside lid, light wear on the exterior, case near