Portugal, Republic. A Commemorative Medal for Special Service Commissions of the Portuguese Armed Forces visually-hidden A silver Maltese cross (marked

A silver Maltese cross (marked 835)

It consists of a gilded bronze loop fastening with a functional magnetic metal snap

Gilt and enamel

in-service

then placed with the Military Hospitals Commission of Canada (MMHC) Command on October 9

Portugal, Republic. A Commemorative Medal for Special Service Commissions of the Portuguese Armed Forces visually-hidden A silver Maltese cross (marked(Medalha Comemorativa de Comisses de Servio Especiais das Foras Armadas Portuguesas). Instituted 1946. In silvered bronze, measures 37. 08 mm (w) x 46. 8 mm (h), worn on original ribbon with INDIA 1960 62 clasp and dual prongs on the reverse, light wear to medal and finish, remains very fine.