The Medal of Fidelity to the King and to the Fatherland, 1825“Medalha de Fidelidade ao Rei e à Pátria”

Also known with the nickname of “Medal of the Dust” or “Medal of the War of the Dust”; Gold, the obverse with head of the King facing right within laurel and oak wreath tied below; the reverse with the motto “FIDELIDADE AO REI E À PATRIA 1825” within thick laurel wreath; moulded suspension loop, round link ring and horizontal bar with slit.
An extremely rare medal, especially when complete with its suspension, excellent condition.
Dia. 27,0 mm.
Note: the medal was created as a reward to the officers of the Portuguese Armed Forces who remained loyal to the King and his heir to the throne, the Infante Dom Miguel, during the revolts of 1823. I R!