Order of Quetzal, Grand Cross Breast Star
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A large star in silver with gilt rays as well as a five pointed blue enameled star, centre with white enameled boarder and hand painted centre motif, reverse with typical Italian style pin assembley and makers mark for E.Gardino, Roma, hallmarked 800 silver and manufacture hallmark 66TO, measuring 83.7mm (w) x 87.7 mm (h), toned silver with minor centre max evident on centre, otherwise extremely fine. https://www.emedals.com/south-america/other/guatemala-an-order-of-quetzal-grand-cross-star-type-ii-c-1941
Being the first Order established in Guatemala, the Order of the Quetzal was instituted on April 21, 1936. It was named in honor of the Guatemala's national bird, the Quetzal, which inhabits the country's volcanoes, and it was a sacred figure for the indigenous people who previously inhabited the country. This Order is Guatemala's highest official award.
It is currently conferred upon nationals and foreign officials, organizations and other individuals in recognition of outstanding civic, artistic, humanitarian or scientific services to the country. It is awarded with six grades; Collar, Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer, and Knight. The Commander was added in 1941, while the Grand Cross and Knight were added in 1951.
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