Togo, Republic. A National Order of Merit, Third Class Commander, by Arthus Bertrand, c.1975 GTRexclude scratch across central portion of

scratch across central portion of the plaque on the obverse

(Wehrmacht Armbinde)

Cross of Military Valour with Bronze Star

at the age of 51 (accordingly to his grave marker)

with a period staple above the “S” from where it was attached to the board

Togo, Republic. A National Order of Merit, Third Class Commander, by Arthus Bertrand, c.1975 GTRexclude scratch across central portion ofInstituted 1973. In bronze gilt featuring a dual ray five pointed cross, obverse centre with Togo coat of arms, reverse embossed lettering "UNION PAIX SOLIDARITE", measuring 54. 8 mm (w) x 80. 5 mm (h inclusive of elongated suspension loop), marker marked on reverse of loop for AB&C, on replacement ribbon, extremely fine.