Ладно, может когда-нибудь кто-нибудь сможет ответить.
А пока сохраню тут интересные знаки ордена, проданные Барри.
Verdienstorden der Bundesrepublik Deutschland, or Bundesverdienstorden
Instituted 1951. Special Class of the Grand Cross reserved for Heads of State; Badge of the order featuring a four armed cross in silver gilt with red enamels, both obverse and reverse centre presenting a black enameled Federal eagle, with fan suspension, measuring 71.6 mm (w) x 81.6 mm (h - inclusive of suspension), 33.66 grams, on original sash which features embroidered eagles throughout, extremely fine. Accompanied by a six pointed star with multiple rays in silver gilt with centre obverse presenting a red enameled cross featuring a federal eagle in black enamel, reverse missing pin back, measuring 69.8 mm (w) x 80.9 mm (h), marked on reverse 6 o'clock arm 925 and SK, intact enamels, remains near very fine.
Footnote: Born in 1898 in Mexico, Luis Padilla Nervo developed an early passion for politics while studying law at the National Autonomous University of Mexico. His career on the global stage began in 1945, when he signed the United Nations Charter on behalf of Mexico at the San Francisco Conference. Padilla Nervo made history as Mexico’s first Ambassador to the United Nations and served as a member of the United Nations Security Council. In 1951, he reached another milestone by becoming President of the General Assembly during its sixth session. After his time at the UN, Padilla Nervo held several key positions in Mexico’s government, serving in the Ministries of Education, Interior, and Labor. His distinguished career continued with his election to the International Court of Justice, where he served as a judge from 1964 to 1973—becoming only the second Mexican to hold that position. In recognition of his lifetime of achievements, he was honored with the prestigious Grand Crosses from over 30 nations celebrating his enduring contributions to diplomacy, law, and public service.
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