Portugal, Republic. An Order of the Republic, Grand Cross Set consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with the inscription "NAPOLÉON LE

with the inscription "NAPOLÉON LE GRAND

5 cm (w) x 38 mm (h)

with a reeded edge

the cross arms are pebbled

Portugal, Republic. An Order of the Republic, Grand Cross Set consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with the inscription "NAPOLÉON LE(Ordem do Mrito). The sash badge, a multi piece construction, silver gilt with blue, white and red enamels, the obverse features a central five point star on a blue field encircled by the white ring inscribed BEM MERECER, the reverse features the coat of arms of Portugal and surrounded inscription REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA, suspending laurel wreath and elongated loop with floral designs, measuring at 52. 2 mm (w) x 81. 7 mm (h inclusive of its wreath