Kuno von Barfus (1858–1923)
The ship survived bombing raids in Manila harbour before attempting to escape on December 28th
with embroidered oakleaf wreath and one sea gull
dated "1927" and numbered "51890" on the reverse
The name of the Order was modified by decree of April 15
Sardinia, Kingdom. A Military Order Of Savoy In Gold, Officer, C.1875 GTRexclude Kuno von Barfus (1858–1923)Instituted 1815. Type II. In Gold, consisting of a four armed white enameled cross with green laurels in each quadrant, centre obverse presenting a white enameled cross on red background, surround with Gold letting AL MERITO MILITARE, reverse centre presenting two crossed Gold swords with initials VE, weighing 10. 8 grams, measuring 35. 7 (w) x 59. 2 mm (h inclusive of its trophy of arms suspension), chipping and repair evident in the white enamels on