Algeria, People's Democratic Republic. A National Order Of Merit, Knight, C.1985 Auction they worked on bridging the

they worked on bridging the River Po

arriving in England on the 22nd

bottom loose

3 TYPE "C" " on the underside at the front

inscribed "XXX" (30) flanked by the dates "1944" and "1974"

Algeria, People's Democratic Republic. A National Order Of Merit, Knight, C.1985 Auction they worked on bridging the(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