Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, 1St Class Cross With White Distinction, Franco Era (1936-1976) Auction with patina and expected wear

with patina and expected wear

at the age of 91

Monetny Dvor mint marked and number hand engraved "2474" on the reverse

the letters "US" in Gold

It was here that he was secured as a Wireless Mechanic Group "A"

Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, 1St Class Cross With White Distinction, Franco Era (1936-1976) Auction with patina and expected wearIn solid bronze with red, white and blue enamels, unmarked, measuring 41. 5 mm (w) x 54. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its swivel crown suspension, on correct replacement ribbon, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order was created by Queen Isabella II in 1864, to be awarded for military merit. The cross is in white enamel in times of peace, and in red enamel in times of war. This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a