Syria, Republic. An Order of Devotion, I Class for Bravery United Republic of reverse numbered “9135” and marked

reverse numbered “9135” and marked “935” (for silver content)

a tool and die maker by trade

and Volk An’s Gewehr

measuring 10 mm x 14 mm

After a five year absence and with the Second World War in progress

Syria, Republic. An Order of Devotion, I Class for Bravery United Republic of reverse numbered “9135” and markedInstituted July 4, 1953. In silver and enamels, featuring a large five point star encircled by a thin wreath denoting bravery, the reverse with a central Arabic inscription, measures 50 mm (w) x 69. 2 mm (h), marked 925 denoting silver fineness, worn on original neck ribbon 52. 73 grams, light wear to finish, enamels intact, a scarce decoration in very fine condition.