Brazil, Republic. A National Order Of The Southern Cross, Commander's Breast Star, Type Iii Newly Listed also known as the Squadristi)

also known as the Squadristi) served in independent groups or as assault battalions attached to the regular army divisions

23 mm (w) x 22

failed to return as scheduled

gold centres on intricate silver

raised platform with a recessed medal bed)

Brazil, Republic. A National Order Of The Southern Cross, Commander's Breast Star, Type Iii Newly Listed also known as the Squadristi)Instituted in 1822, Type III instituted in 1932. In silver gilt with white, light blue and dark blue enamels, maker marked "la royale RIO BRASIL" on the reverse, measuring 77. 3 mm (w) x 73. 5 mm (h), vertical pinback, light crazing evident in the white enamels on the arms at 5 o'clock and 7 o'clock, near extremely fine.