Brazil, Republic. A Medal For Humanity, Bronze Grade, C.1860 Buy Now for those who were wounded

for those who were wounded once or twice by hostile action (including air raids)

Original naming has been erased and re-engraved

Hardwick as Mentioned in Despatches

slotted on the reverse

Brazil, Republic. A Medal For Humanity, Bronze Grade, C.1860 Buy Now for those who were woundedIn copper, 34. 7 mm, multiple indentations evident on the obverse, contact marks, fine. Footnote: The medal was instituted by Emperor Dom Pedro II on March 14, 1855 as a civil decoration, to reward extraordinary acts of and services to humanity, particular with regard to saving life at sea or during shipwreck, fire, pestilence, plague or other natural calamity. Awarded in three classes: 1st Class in Gold, 2nd Class in Silver and 3rd Class in Bronze.