Croatia, Republic. An Order Of Merit, I Class, Christian Version, C.1942 United Republic of 6mm in diameter

6mm in diameter

surface wear and contact marks on both sides from active use

and oak leaves towards the right side

a 18 mm x 29

inscribed "7761 Verlag von GUSTAV LIERSCH & Co

Croatia, Republic. An Order Of Merit, I Class, Christian Version, C.1942 United Republic of 6mm in diameter(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red enamels, unmarked however exhibiting the manufacturing characteristics typical Braca Knaus of Zagreb, measuring 44. 5 mm (w) x 47. 5 mm (h inclusive of its integral suspension), intact enamels, insignia sits loose on the cross base, scattered silvering wear, without ribbon, near fine. This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals,