Portugal, Republic. A Naval Medal of Vasco da Gama with rosette, cased. Auction dated Paris

dated Paris

There is wear to the collar

dated 22 May 1989

Instituted on 26 May 1918

The two ships remained locked together

Portugal, Republic. A Naval Medal of Vasco da Gama with rosette, cased. Auction dated Paris(Medalha Naval Vasco da Gama). Instituted 11th of June 1969. Compass design, obverse and reverse centre show cross surrounded by ring in green enamel and the inscription, Medalha Naval Vasco da Gama. Silk ribbon divided into seven bands in blue, red, black, and green, good condition, slightly chipped on obverse white enamel. Footnote: This medal is awarded to nationals and foreigners for meritorious acts and services provided at sea.