Order of Naval Merit | |
Presenter: | Brazilian Navy |
Type: | State Order |
Eligibility: | Naval military personnel only |
Awarded For: | To those who have served with distinction in the Brazilian Navy or have contributed in some way to the Navy |
Status: | Active |
Established: | 4 July 1934 |
The Order of Naval Merit (pt|Ordem do Mérito Naval) is a Brazilian military decoration established on 4 July 1934 by president Getúlio Vargas.[1] [2]
On the obverse side of the medal is the effigy of the republic, surrounded by a circle of blue enamel, on which is written the words "Naval Merit".[3] On the reverse side, the word "Brasil" is inscribed in the same blue circle.[3] The medal is composed with a red grosgrain ribbon, or chamalotada, with a light blue stripe in the center.
The five grades are Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer, and Chevalier.