Peru, Republic. An Order of the Peruvian Sun, Grand Cross Set, by The National Mint Archive 1895 in Sydney

1895 in Sydney

Kingdom - Merit Medal in silver

"updated" second printing in May 1989

ensures a snug fit at the wrist

Peru, Republic. An Order of the Peruvian Sun, Grand Cross Set, by The National Mint Archive 1895 in Sydney(Orden del Sol). Instituted in 1821, Discontinued in 1825, Re established in 1921. A Grand Cross Set, comprising a sash badge, multi piece construction, a silver gilt starburst of 18 rays, each ray bearing five emanating rays with textured edges, the obverse medallion presenting the Peruvian coat of arms encircled by a red and white enamel ring inscribed EL SOL DEL PERU 1821, surrounded by a wreath in silver gilt, surmounted by a green enamelled