Three Historic Medals – Chile 1910, Spain 1952, Brazil 1901 Decree
Key Information:
• Countries: Chile, Spain, Brazil
• Type: Commemorative and Service Medals
• Chile diameter approx.: 33.40 mm
• Spain diameter approx.: 37.34 mm
• Brazil dimensions approx.: 32.58 x 27.53 mm
1. Chile – Independence Centennial Medal 1810–1910
Medal Design:
Obverse: “REPUBLICA DE CHILE 1810 CENTENARIO 1910” with the Chilean coat of arms.
Reverse: “INDEPENDENCIA AÑO DE 1818 EL ESTADO DE CHILE CONSTITUIDO INDEPENDIENTE” – Translation: “Independence Year 1818 The State of Chile Constitutionally Independent.” Depiction of mountains, rising sun and palm tree above the word “INDEPENDENCIA.”
Ribbon in Chilean national colors.
Condition:
• Ribbon in weak condition, visibly worn and aged
• Medal shows age-related wear and surface marks
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
Issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Chile’s independence (1810–1910). Centennial medals from Latin America are popular with collectors due to their historical context and national symbolism.
2. Spain – Falange Medal 1952
Medal Design:
Obverse: Winged emblem with shield and symbolic elements.
Reverse: “POR EL IMPERIO HACIA DIOS 1952” – Translation: “For the Empire Towards God 1952.” Crown above sword motif.
Red and white ribbon; interior contains cardboard stiffener giving the ribbon its structured shape.
Condition:
• Ribbon retains shape due to internal cardboard insert
• Medal shows patina and typical age wear
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
Mid-20th century Spanish medal associated with the Falangist period. Items from this era are collected for their historical context within modern Spanish history.
3. Brazil – Long Service Medal, Decree 1901
Medal Design:
Five-pointed star within wreath suspension.
Reverse inscription: “DECRETO DE 15 DE NOVEMBRO DE 1901” – Translation: “Decree of 15 November 1901.”
Green ribbon with yellow edge stripes and bronze bar featuring star device.
Condition:
• Bronze shows natural patina
• Ribbon displays age-related wear
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
Established by decree in 1901, this Brazilian long service decoration reflects early Republican-era award traditions and remains collectible within Brazilian and South American medal collecting circles.
Summary:
A diverse international group of three historical medals representing Chile, Spain, and Brazil. Spanning from the early 20th century to the mid-20th century, this set illustrates different political, commemorative, and service traditions across Latin America and Europe. An attractive and historically varied addition for collectors of world orders and medals.