Portugal, Kingdom. An Order Of Public Instruction, Grand Cross Star, By Frederica Da Costa consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac Special Reserve was awarded the

Special Reserve was awarded the Military Cross for his exceptional efforts at Morchies on March 21

measuring 85 mm (w) x 125 mm (h)

light scratching of the surface

minimal fraying and discolouration

With steel clip and replaced suspension ring

Portugal, Kingdom. An Order Of Public Instruction, Grand Cross Star, By Frederica Da Costa consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac Special Reserve was awarded the(Ordem da Instruo Pblica). Instituted April 18, 1927. In silver, an eight point silver star with clusters of nine smooth rays, with a large overlaid blue enamelled eight point star on top with a gilt wreath around the central medallion which bears a red and white enamelled shield, surrounded by a white enamel ring engraved INSTRUCAO PUBLICA, the reverse presents a single vertical pin, with central makers mark of FREDERICO DA COSTA, measures 81. 6mm