Scarce Nicaraguan Order of Rubén Darío Commander Cross, c.1955

Nicaragua. Order of Cultural Independence "Rubén Darío," Commander Cross, circa 1955. Established in 1951 and named for the celebrated Nicaraguan modernist poet, the order recognises exceptional contributions to culture, literature, education and national identity; the Commander's Cross is considerably scarcer than the Grand Cross and especially sought after by collectors. Good condition.