Distinguished Service Order, Grand Cross

SKU: 01.PER.0102.101.01

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  • Grand Cross Obverse
  • Grand Cross Obverse
  • Grand Cross Obverse
  • Grand Cross Reverse
  • Grand Cross Reverse
  • Grand Cross Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    Peru
  • date of institution
    July 18, 1950
  • makers
    Peruvian Mint, Lima

History


The Distinguished Service Order (Orden al Mérito por Servicios Distinguidos) was founded in Peru by a military junta on July 18, 1950. It was confirmed on December 6, 1951, when its regulation were approved. It was founded to recognize both Peruvian and foreign citizens for distinguished public service in fields such as arts, science, industry, and business. It is the second-highest decoration within the country.

The Order's grades are Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer, and Knight.

The official maker has been the National Mint in Lima, Peru (Casa de la Moneda, Lima).

The Order was design by Fortunato Quesada.

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  • Price

    $400 USD

  • Composition

    Bronze gilt/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: AL MERITO POR SERVICIOS DISTINGUIDOS REPUBLICA PERUANA

  • Size

    53x58mm

  • Maker

    Peruvian Mint, Lima

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