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The Brazilian Order of Aviz
 
The Orders of Christ, Aviz and St. James were awarded in its Brazilian design from September 7, 1822 on. This date marked its independence from Portugal. The orders coexisted and originated in Portugal.

The order was awarded to citizens and foreigners under Dom Pedro I and his son Dom Pedro II. until 1889, when Brazil became a republic.

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Avers and Reverse of a Brazilian made knight cross of the Order of Aviz

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