A Mexican Order of the Aztec Eagle The order... Lot 3033

A Mexican Order of the Aztec Eagle The order of the Aztec Eagle was established on December 29, 1933, by President Abelardo L. Rodríguez as a reward to the services given to Mexico or services to humankind by foreigners. The order was awarded in 8 classes until 2011 and reduced to only six afterwards. The Medal ("Medalla") belongs to the type awarded until 2011 and was generally awarded to government undersecretaries, plenipotentiary ministers. The cross is a single sided example in gilded silver and blue enamel. The cross was suspended from a yellow ribbon and worn on the neck. The set, made by "LA ESMERALDA MEXICO HAUSER ZIVY Y CIA. SUCS.". Contained in original brown leather case of issue with Aztec eagle embossed lid, gilt metal ornate latch closure, inside of green velvet raised platform, lined in gold rayon. Award diameter ca. 48 mm, ribbon length ca. 36 cm (excluding ties), box ca. 18 x 18 x 4.5 cm. USA lot - more info here Condition: I -