Portugal. A Military Order Of Christ, Grand Cross Set With Case GTRexclude while obverse features ball hinge

while obverse features ball hinge set-up

The lid is stitched to the front of the pouch via a large patch

nice crisp details

the end of the strap with a magnetic metal hook

There was some uncertainty as to whether Churchill attempted to give operational commands

Portugal. A Military Order Of Christ, Grand Cross Set With Case GTRexclude while obverse features ball hingeGrand Cross: silver gilt with red and white enamels, unmarked, 43 mm x 65. 8 mm, on an original full length sash; and Breast Star: multi piece construction, silver gilt with red and white enamels, maker marked "FREDERICO COSTA CONDECORAES" on the reverse cartouche, 71. 7 mm x 72. 7 mm, vertical pinback. Intact enamels, scattered gilt wear on the suspension loop on the Grand Cross, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, raised platform with