France, Republic. An Order Of Social Merit, Knight, C.1945 Newly Listed Unfortunately

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The crown portion of the cap also features a clear celluloid diamond that is embossed “Wilhelm Welhausen

High ranking leaders were permitted to display car pennants

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France, Republic. An Order Of Social Merit, Knight, C.1945 Newly Listed UnfortunatelyOrdre du Mrite Social. Instituted in 1936. In silver with azure blue and white enamels, measuring 39 mm (w) x 42. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, intact enamels, lightly soiled original ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Social Merit was instituted on October 25, 1936. It was awarded for meritorious services within institutions concerned with social legislation, in three grades: Commander, Officer and Knight. It was