Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, Iii Class, Christian Version, C. 1942 Hold numbered "15380" on the reverse

numbered "15380" on the reverse of the brooch

"Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice" (for Church and Pontiff) Cross

People's Republic medal

the spine bearing a name and title in gilt script

in leather flip folder)

Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, Iii Class, Christian Version, C. 1942 Hold numbered "15380" on the reverse(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red enamels, measuring 37 mm (w) x 39. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, intact enamels, residue evident in the recessed areas, on its original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate insignia for Christian and Moslem