Portugal. A Military Order Of Christ, Grand Cross Set With Case Hold the leather remains relatively supple

the leather remains relatively supple considering its age

including a Spitfire

he suffered a slight attack of Influenza in February 1919 while in France but made a full recovery

edge wear evident on exterior exposing the underlying framework

Buckler and Graham

Portugal. A Military Order Of Christ, Grand Cross Set With Case Hold the leather remains relatively suppleGrand 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