Portugal, Kingdom. An Order of Aviz, Grand Cross Set, by Da Costa c.1920 Auction also known as the "Blue

also known as the "Blue Max"

reduced power

with drawstrings that have since been severed

the obverse depicting two rampant lions holding the coat of arms of the free city of Bremen

Portugal, Kingdom. An Order of Aviz, Grand Cross Set, by Da Costa c.1920 Auction also known as the "Blue(Ordem Militar de Avis). Instituted in 1162. Type III. (1918 ). A Grand Cross Set, in silver gilt, a green enamelled cross with hand etched detailing, reverse mirrors the obverse, measures 37. 7 mm (w) x 52. 4 mm (h), worn on full length green sash, enamels flakes in the cross, in very fine condition. The Star of the Order, in silver gilt, an eight pointed star, with clusters of faceted rays, the obverse medallion a green enamel cross on a white