Venezuela, Republic. An Order of the Liberator, Grand Cordon
(Orden del Liberator). Instituted on October 22, 1813 by Simon Bolivar. Type II (1922-1910). A silver gilt multiple-ray sunburst with dual rays at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock, with conjoining bar between every ray creating an oval shape, centre obverse features a right facing bust of Simon Bolivar, in a blue enamel surround inscribed SIMON BOLIVAR, reverse center bears superimposed coat of arms on medallion, measures 48.7mm (w) x 59.5mm (h – inclusive of integral ball), weighs 30.7 grams, enamel intact, cleaner residue evident around the enamel surround on reverse, light gilt wear, in overall very fine condition.

