Orden Francisco de Miranda – Commander Star – N.S. Meyer Inc.
Key Information:
• Country: Venezuela
• Order: Orden Francisco de Miranda
• Class: 2nd Class – Commander (Breast Star)
• Type: Type II
• Manufacturer: N.S. Meyer Inc., New York
• Period: circa 1950s
• Construction: Gilt metal with enamel center
• Mounting: Vertical brooch pin fitting
• Dimensions approx.: 76.04 × 76.02 mm
Medal Design:
Large eight-point radiating gilt star with textured rays.
The central red enameled medallion bears the inscription:
“FRANCISCO DE MIRANDA”
surrounded by a silvered laurel wreath ring.
Reverse features domed construction with applied circular maker’s medallion stamped:
“N.S. MEYER INC. – NEW YORK”
The central back plate is separately applied, typical for Meyer production of the mid-20th century.
Condition:
• Very good overall collectible condition
• Light surface wear and age toning to gilt finish
• Enamel center intact with minor surface wear
• Slight factory alignment variation of reverse medallion (typical for period assembly)
• Original pin and hardware intact and fully functional
• No signs of modern reproduction
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Order of Francisco de Miranda is a Venezuelan national decoration awarded for merit in science, progress, and public service.
Mid-20th century examples produced by N.S. Meyer Inc. of New York are considered official contract pieces and are widely collected. Meyer insignia are known for quality manufacture and are encountered less frequently than modern Venezuelan issues.
Commander breast stars from this period represent a desirable grade within the order and maintain strong collector interest among Latin American and diplomatic decorations specialists.
Summary:
An original mid-century Venezuelan Order of Francisco de Miranda 2nd Class Commander Breast Star manufactured by N.S. Meyer Inc., New York. A well-preserved and attractive example suitable for advanced collections of Latin American state orders.