Orden al Mérito Aeronáutico – Vuelta & Cía Lima
Key Information
• Country: Peru
• Order: Order of Aeronautical Merit (Orden al Mérito Aeronáutico)
• Class: Officer Class
• Period: Mid 20th Century (circa 1940s–1970s)
• Maker: Vuelta & Cía – Lima
• Material: Sterling Silver 925 with enamel
• Diameter approx.: 43.57 mm
• Weight approx.: 33 g
• Suspension: Ribbon bar suspension (ribbon missing)
Medal Design
The badge is designed as a white enamel cross with blue enamel borders, surrounded by stylized wings and laurel elements. The center medallion displays aviation wings with a Peruvian national emblem over a blue enamel background.
The reverse bears the inscription:
“AL MERITO AERONAUTICO”
(“For Aeronautical Merit”)
The reverse also displays the maker’s hallmark “Vuelta & Cía” and silver mark “925”.
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Condition
• Very good overall original condition
• Enamel remains well preserved with minor wear and small age marks
• Natural patina consistent with age
• Suspension bar intact
• Ribbon missing
• No visible repairs or restoration
Historical and Collectible Significance
The Order of Aeronautical Merit is a prestigious Peruvian decoration awarded for distinguished service and contributions to military or civil aviation. The order recognizes achievements related to the development, promotion, and service within aeronautics.
Pieces manufactured by Vuelta & Cía of Lima are recognized as official government production and are highly collectible among aviation and Latin American militaria collectors.
Officer class examples made in sterling silver represent an important collectible tier within the order.
Summary
Original Peru Order of Aeronautical Merit Officer class badge in sterling silver with enamel. Official production by Vuelta & Cía Lima. A desirable aviation and Latin American decoration.
For the condition, please refer to the pictures.