Order of Vasco Nuñez de Balboa, Grand Cross

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SKU: 01.PAN.0101.103.01.000

Estimated market value:

$280 USD

  • Grand Cross Obverse

Estimated market value:

$280 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Panama
  • Composition
    Silver Gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: ORDEN DE VASCO NUÑEZ DE BALBOA Rev: REPUBLICA DE PANAMA
  • Size
    59mm
  • Image Licensing
    The image is attributed to Daderot at Wikipedia and it is used in the public domain. The Image has been cropped. See the following page for more information: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Extraordinary_Grand_Cross_of_the_Order_of_Vasco_N%C3%BA%C3%B1ez_de_Balboa_(Panama)_-_Memorial_JK_-_Brasilia_-_DSC00379.JPG

History


The Order of Vasco Nuñez de Balboa was founded by Law of January 28, 1933. It was reformed on July 1, 1941. It is currently conferred upon nationals and foreigners in recognition of outstanding diplomatic services and contributions to foster international relationships with Panama.

The Order consists of the Extraordinary Grand Cross, Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, and Knight.

Vasco Nuñez de Balboa was a Spanish explorer and conqueror who was the first European that crossed the Panamanian Isthmus and reached the Pacific Ocean in 1513.

The Grand Cross is awarded to ambassadors and ministers or secretaries of state.

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