Portugal, Kingdom. A Military Order of Christ, Officer visually-hidden in well worn case of

in well worn case of issue

stating that Lau passed his gliding exams

The star ceased to be awarded after 1949

in uniform and wearing a Krim Shield

Portugal, Kingdom. A Military Order of Christ, Officer visually-hidden in well worn case of(Ordem de Cristo). Instituted 1319. Type I. (1789 1910 Issue). In silver and enamels, featuring a four point maltese cross with ball finials, with wreath segments in each quadrant, the obverse medallion in Gold featuring a red enamelled cross, reverse mirrors the obverse, surmounted by a large crown, marked with a boars head on the suspension and tassels denoting french manufacturer post 1838 and silver composition, measures 39. 4 mm (w) x 61. 5 mm