Order of Vasco Nuñez de Balboa, Commander
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SKU: 01.PAN.0101.107.01.000
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Instituted 1937. 1937 - Present Issue. In silver gilt and white enamels, a four-armed cross with green enameled laurels in each quadrant, obverse centre in white enamels featuring a silver gilded bust of Vasco Nuñez de Balboa surrounded by the inscription ORDER OF VASCO NUÑEZ DE BALBOA, reverse without enamels depicting an engraved map of Panama encircled by the inscription REPUBLICA DE PANAMA (Republic of Panama), marked twice with Dutch silver hallmark since 1953 denoting fineness of 835, measuring 59.52 mm (w) x 63.96 mm (h - inclusive of integral ball), presenting minor lost of gilt, accompanied by original neck ribbon, extremely fine.
The Order of Vasco Nuñez de Balboa was founded by Law of January 28, 1933. It was reformed on July 1, 1941. It is currently conferred upon nationals and foreigners in recognition of outstanding diplomatic services and contributions to foster international relationships with Panama.
The Order consists of the Extraordinary Grand Cross, Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, and Knight.
Vasco Nuñez de Balboa was a Spanish explorer and conqueror who was the first European that crossed the Panamanian Isthmus and reached the Pacific Ocean in 1513.
The Commander is awarded to residents, business managers, colonels, lieutenant colonels, and diplomats.
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