Peru, Republic. An Order of Aeronautical Merit, Miniature, by Zuldet

Item #W5800

$55

(Orden al Mérito Aeronáutico). Instituted in 1946. In silver with light blue, white and red enamels, maker marked "ZULDET" and marked "925" (silver) on the reverse, measuring 16.5 mm (w) x 19.2 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, chipping evident in the white enamels on three of the four arms of the cross, clasp on its original ribbon, suspended from a hanger with vertical pinback, fine.

 

Footnote: The Order of Aeronautical Merit was instituted in October 1946 and is awarded for particular achievements in aeronautical and military activities, in five grades: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight.