Guatemala. An Order Of The Quetzal, 5Th Class, Knight, Type I (1936-1941) Newly Listed So often crosses of this

So often crosses of this importance are orphaned from their history

5th Field Company

In die stamped bronze with silvered bronze & bronze centre plate affixed by 2 rivets

Klasse 1939" with the handwritten owner's name in red along the top edge on the front

the paint retaining its original luster

Guatemala. An Order Of The Quetzal, 5Th Class, Knight, Type I (1936-1941) Newly Listed So often crosses of thisFive piece construction, silver gilt with light blue and white enamels, painted observe centrepiece, marked "800" (silver) on the ring, 42. 8 mm (w) x 43. 5 mm (h), intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Quetzal was established in 1936 and is bestowed by the Government of Guatemala, and is its highest honour. The award acknowledges officials of nations, organizations and other entities whose artistic, civic, humanitarian, or