Algeria, People's Democratic Republic. A National Order Of Merit, Knight, C.1985 Auction Archive all edged by red wool

all edged by red wool waffenfarbe

all superimposed on a top black wool base

different from Homo Sapiens but not wholly distinct anatomically

scattered gilt wear evident on the edge and reverse

20 mm x 77 mm

Algeria, People's Democratic Republic. A National Order Of Merit, Knight, C.1985 Auction Archive all edged by red wool(Ordre du Mrite National, Chevalier). Instituted in 1984. In bronze gilt, maker marked "AB" (Arthus Bertrand) within a starburst frame on the reverse, measuring 48 mm (w) x 72. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, very light contact, original ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The National Order of Merit was instituted on January 2, 1984 and awarded for eminent civil, military or public service to the nation, and for exceptional service in