Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, Iii Class, Christian Version, C. 1942 Hold the reverse with a central

the reverse with a central red enameled disc bearing a raised monogram of Prince Leopold II

measuring 250 mm (w) x 215 mm (h))

numbered "15380" on the reverse of the brooch

in leather flip folder)

NANKING" maker's name in English and Chinese (Mandarin) and the National Chinese sun insignia

Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, Iii Class, Christian Version, C. 1942 Hold the reverse with a central(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red enamels, measuring 37 mm (w) x 39. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, intact enamels, residue evident in the recessed areas, on its original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate insignia for Christian and Moslem