An early Knight’s Badge, 48x40 mm., GOLD, seven-pointed star with blue enameled border, the tips as stylized acorns, flanked by a golden wreath tied by green enameled riband, white enameled inner field, centre medallion in gold, embossed with the laureated bust of King Joao facing right, on polished background within blue enameled outer circlet bearing the golden inscription “JOAO D. G. REG. DE PORT. E. DO BRASIL” and a small rosette, on top, a tower with finely chiseled and engraved details, and on top bewelling suspension bar; the reverse, similar to the obverse, but the centre medallion bearing a sword with blue enameled blade within green enameled laurel wreath tied by blue enameled ribbon, outer circlet also blue enameled, bearing the Order’s motto “VALOR E LEALDADE” in gold lettering and a small ornament, with original, deep-sea-blue silk ribbon. A very rare and beautifully-made piece from the 1st half of 19th Century, excellent condition. I RR!