France, Ordre National du Mérite, instituted in 1963, lot of 5, comprising : - Set of Grand Crosses, plate of the 1st type, in vermeil, hallmark of the Monnaie de Paris. Gilt and enamel jewellery, partial sash. - Commander's jewel, in vermeil and enamel, hallmark of the Monnaie de Paris. - 1 Officer's cross and 1 Knight's cross in metal or gilt metal and enamel 1 bent point on the Grand Cross plaque Loss of enamel on a branch on the reverse of the Commander's jewel