Portugal, Republic. A Red Cross, IV Grade Dedication Cross with Rosette visually-hidden date marked "u" (1935) and

date marked "u" (1935) and engraved in capitals "F

states: “The steamer Northcote had a narrow escape

missing one of its stays

and encompassed by a multi-piece beige rayon-blended liner

Dual integrated straps emanating from the lid descend over the outer edge and feature reinforced buttonholes meeting non-ferrous metal rivets set into the side for secure closure

Portugal, Republic. A Red Cross, IV Grade Dedication Cross with Rosette visually-hidden date marked "u" (1935) and(Medalhas da Cruz Vermehla Portuguesa). Instituted in 1908. In silver gilt, a red enamelled cross, obverse medallion with blue and white center, reverse features a central medallion inscribed INTER ARMA CARITAS, surmounted by a partial wreath and connected to a red and white ribbon with small rosette, measures 38. 6 mm (w) x 42. 7 mm (h), weighs 35. 5 grams with ribbons, enamels intact, in very fine condition.