Paraguay. A National Order of Merit, Commander, c.1940 visually-hidden side engraved TANKY

side engraved TANKY

a set of Signals Officer cuff insignia

a grasshopper swatter from the Straits Settlements

obverse in bronze gilt with black enamels

Paraguay. A National Order of Merit, Commander, c.1940 visually-hidden side engraved TANKYBronze gilt with green, white and blue enamels, 60. 5 mm x 92 mm inclusive of its wreath suspension, replacement loop, enamel chipping evident on the white arms of the star, scattered gilt wear, near very fine. Footnote: The National Order of Merit was established by Marshal Francisco Solano Lpez (July 24, 1827 March 1, 1870) who succeeded his father as president of Paraguay in 1862 and held the office until his death in combat in 1870. He is