Portugal, Kingdom. A Military Order of Christ, c. 1900 Hold center applique in bronze gilt

center applique in bronze gilt and enamels

with one side bearing the monogram of Kaiser Wilhelm II

Bronze Grade  -in bronzed tombac

this time as a Private (SE30530) with the Royal Canadian Engineers

The Distinguished Service Cross is only awarded for actions in combat

Portugal, Kingdom. A Military Order of Christ, c. 1900 Hold center applique in bronze gilt(Ordem Militar de Cristo). Instituted in 1917. In silver and enamel, a six point star, centerpiece and heart in Gold and enamels, encircled by a ring of natural old cut diamonds totalling approximatelly 3. 5 carats, reverse pin back, marked with swan (French silver import mark), measures 70 mm (h) x 57 mm (w), enamels intact, extremely fine and very scarce. Footnote: The Military Order of Christ was instituted in 1917, based on the earlier Order of