Syria, Republic. An Order Of Civil Merit, Iv Class, C.1930 Newly Listed It is marked “38” for

It is marked “38” for size and with the quality control number “VO467” on the inside of its slim cutaway collar

Colloquially

the blade measuring 255 mm in length and rating better than fine

blue paper backer

The Order had five classes and was conferred on Serbian and Yugoslav citizens for achievements in peace or war

Syria, Republic. An Order Of Civil Merit, Iv Class, C.1930 Newly Listed It is marked “38” forInstituted in 1926. Type I with Six Arrows (1926 1953). In silver gilt with green and white enamels, maker marked "ARTHUS BERTRAND" and marked "DPOS" (Deposit) on the reverse, measuring 39. 5 mm (w) x 63 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Syrian government established this Order, to recognize acts of courage and commitment. Its design was changed in 1927 to a six pointed star