the returned to the Academy on September 1st
with aluminum rivets (penetrating Panzer road wheels)
being struck by shrapnel and suffering a compound fracture to the right ulna and left femur
with most of the wreath gold wash intact
with all three hands in a brownish tinge
Brazil. An Imperial Order Of The Southern Cross, Commander Newly Listed the returned to the AcademyA Brazilian Imperial Order of the Southern Cross; Commander Type IV; Silver gilt and enamels, 61. 7 mm x 86. 2 mm inclusive of its wreath suspension, on a full length neck ribbon, intact enamels, scattered gilt wear, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, Brazilian coat of arms on the lid, maker marked "joalheria la royale, rio de janeiro" on the inside lid, recessed medal bed with buttonhole rosette, lightly soiled and scuffed exterior,