Spain, Facist State. An Order of Naval Merit, Cross with Red Distinction Republic of in gold-coloured bullion wire

in gold-coloured bullion wire

the Order of the Crown of King Zvonimir

in New Norfolk

10 mm (w) x 51

stiff cresting peak on the front with a die-stamped aluminum GIL insignia sewn in place via brown threading

Spain, Facist State. An Order of Naval Merit, Cross with Red Distinction Republic of in gold-coloured bullion wire(Orden del Mrito Naval). Instituted in 1866. In bronze gilt with red and blue enamels, the red cross indicative of war service, measuring 35. 2 mm (w) x 60 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Naval Merit was instituted on August 3, 1866 and issued in two grades, Grand Cross and Cross, in four Divisions: Red, White, Blue and Yellow.