Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, I Class Grand Cross Star For Christians, C.1942 Auction A protruding black lacquered vulcanfibre

A protruding black lacquered vulcanfibre visor is set securely into the structure of the cap

The throat features a protruding stud

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Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, I Class Grand Cross Star For Christians, C.1942 Auction A protruding black lacquered vulcanfibre(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. Four piece construction, cross insignia in silver with red enamels, the cross indicating an award to Christians, inscribed "10. IV. ZA ZASLUGE 1942" on the reverse cartouche, measuring 86. 3 mm (w) x 85. 7 mm (h), vertical pinback, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and was awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate