Peru, Republic. An Order Of Merit For Distinguished Service, Iii Class Commander, C.1955 Newly Listed clearly numbered “67946” on the

clearly numbered “67946” on the reverse

the centre reverse is maker marked AD

he "now reported sick to hospital

stating that he had submitted his medals

Footnote: Johannes Friessner was born on March 22

Peru, Republic. An Order Of Merit For Distinguished Service, Iii Class Commander, C.1955 Newly Listed clearly numbered “67946” on the(Orden al Mrito por Servicios Distinguidos). Instituted in 1950. Three piece construction, insignia in silver gilt with red and white enamels, mounted to a silver gilt base, maker marked "CASA NACIONAL DE MONEDA LIMA PERU" on the reverse cartouche, measuring 53. 8 mm (w) x 63. 7 mm (h), intact enamels, replacement shortened neck ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Merit for Distinguished Service was instituted on July 18, 1950 and is