Medal of the Royal Military Order of Our Lady of the Conception of Villaviciosa; Portugal, 20th century. Silver and enameled gold. Presents faults. Measurements: 9 x 8 x 2,5 cm. Weight: 44 g (total). The Royal Military Order of Our Lady of the Conception of Villaviciosa is a dynastic order of chivalry of the House of Braganza, the ancient Portuguese Royal Family. The current Grand Master of the Order is Duarte Pio, Duke of Braganza, Head of the House of Braganza. The Order was created by King John VI of Portugal in Rio de Janeiro on February 6, 1818.

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