Portugal, Republic. A Medal For Distinguished Overseas Service, Type IV, Persistence Service Class, II Class Silver Grade Auction the reverse with a central

the reverse with a central white enameled medallion bearing a gilt and enameled Saxon coat of arms

a vaulted backing plate

surmounted by typical of time period Imperial crown

three are mounted to rectangular frames with pinback or screwback attachments

1945 and recovered in hospital in Bad Rappenau between March 1 and March 31

Portugal, Republic. A Medal For Distinguished Overseas Service, Type IV, Persistence Service Class, II Class Silver Grade Auction the reverse with a central(Medalla Servicos no Ultramar). Instituted in 1891. In silver, unmarked, measuring 31. 5 mm (w) x 33. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its swing post suspension, traditional horizontal clasp affixed to its original ribbon, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal for Distinguished Overseas Service was instituted on January 11, 1891, initially awarded to military personnel who took part in overseas operations in Africa, and later, to military