Portugal, Republic. A Naval Medal of Vasco da Gama with rosette, cased. Auction Beginning in 1899

Beginning in 1899

while the tail of the jacket is single vented

attaching (SEAL) after the rating

moisture-resistant folder with fold-over flap and snap closure

463 Queen’s Own were killed in action and are buried in graves in Europe and almost 900 were wounded

Portugal, Republic. A Naval Medal of Vasco da Gama with rosette, cased. Auction Beginning in 1899(Medalha Naval Vasco da Gama). Instituted 11th of June 1969. Compass design, obverse and reverse centre show cross surrounded by ring in green enamel and the inscription, Medalha Naval Vasco da Gama. Silk ribbon divided into seven bands in blue, red, black, and green, good condition, slightly chipped on obverse white enamel. Footnote: This medal is awarded to nationals and foreigners for meritorious acts and services provided at sea.