A Malagasy Republic Order Of Agricultural Merit, Knight Newly Listed stands in near mint condition

stands in near mint condition

inscribed "DEUTSCHER VOLKSSTURM WEHRMACHT" (German People Storm Armed Forces)

maker marked "IMS" inside three conjoined circles (John Marshall Spink) and marked "STERLg SILVER" on the reverse

to those involved in Operation Market Garden from September 15 to 25

Footnote: Iain Fraser was born on June 8

A Malagasy Republic Order Of Agricultural Merit, Knight Newly Listed stands in near mint conditionMalagasy Republic (now Madagascar); Three piece construction, bronze gilt with green and white enamels, 43. 2 mm x 49. 5 mm, original ribbon with dual prong pinback, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Agricultural Merit was created on August 10, 1962, to recognize individuals who contributed distinguished services in the field of agriculture. It came in three classes: Commander, Officer and Knight. The Malagasy Republic was a state