Peru, Republic. An Order Of Captain Jose A. Quinones, I Class Grand Cross Star, C.1975 Auction Luff probably served during WWII

Luff probably served during WWII in the Merchant Navy

suspended by original breast ribbon with a gilded clasp depicting a badge of the Order

he was discharged from the Queen's York Rangers (1st American Regiment)

and became Public Law 112 (Chapter 219

Peru, Republic. An Order Of Captain Jose A. Quinones, I Class Grand Cross Star, C.1975 Auction Luff probably served during WWII(Orden del Capitn Jos A. Quiones). Instituted in 1975. Four piece construction, insignia in silver gilt with red and cerulean blue enamels, mounted to an eight pointed silver star base, marked "925" (silver) on the reverse, measuring 85. 5 mm (w) x 89. 8 mm (h), vertical pinback, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Captain Jose A. Quinones was instituted in four classes: Special Grand Cross, Grand Cross, Grand Officer and