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Military Order of Christ Grand Cross Commander Neck Badge ND (1789) AU, cf. Barac-348 (for type), cf. Werlich-pg. 346 (same). 108x44mm. 54.55gm. Type II. Red-enameled gilt-brass cross and Sacred Heart suspension, all with inset stones/glass. One of the most esteemed orders in Portugal, first founded by King Denis in 1319 to help expel the Moors from Portugal. Ross and Stahl note that "Portugal's greatest explorers were all knights of the order."
https://coins.ha.com/itm/portugal/portugal-military-order-of-christ-grand-cross-commander-neck-badge-nd-1789-au-/a/3094-35044.s?type=CoinArchives3094
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 500-700 USD
Military Order of Christ Grand Cross Commander Neck Badge ND (1789) AU, cf. Barac-348 (for type), cf. Werlich-pg. 346 (same). 108x44mm. 54.55gm. Type II. Red-enameled gilt-brass cross and Sacred Heart suspension, all with inset stones/glass. One of the most esteemed orders in Portugal, first founded by King Denis in 1319 to help expel the Moors from Portugal. Ross and Stahl note that "Portugal's greatest explorers were all knights of the order."
https://coins.ha.com/itm/portugal/portugal-military-order-of-christ-grand-cross-commander-neck-badge-nd-1789-au-/a/3094-35044.s?type=CoinArchives3094
HID02906262019
© 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 500-700 USD