Venezuela. An Order Of The Liberator, 3Rd Class Commander Star, By Fayolle Pouteur, C.1900 Hold the reverse inscribed “Für Verdienst”

the reverse inscribed “Für Verdienst” (German - For Merit)

Gladstone was later transferred to the 49th Infantry Battalion "Edmonton Regiment" (AKA Alberta Regiment)

a record for the time

18 mm x 152 mm each

Major SHARPE not having returned

Venezuela. An Order Of The Liberator, 3Rd Class Commander Star, By Fayolle Pouteur, C.1900 Hold the reverse inscribed “Für Verdienst”Type II. A finely manufactured cross in the typical French style, in frosted silver with blue enamels, unusual wave like rays, centre depicting the coat of arms of Venezuela, maker marked ""FAYOLLE POUTEUR Seur 180 Gre de VALOIS PALAIS ROYALE"" on the reverse cartouche, well hallmarked on both pin and catch with boar head denoting French silver guarantee, measuring 72 mm (w) x 79. 2 mm (h), vertical pinback flanked by dual prongs, minor chipping