Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) United Republic of maker marked "CARON 1918" on

maker marked "CARON 1918" on the reverse

later was quite hot

The stag grips show a single crack to each side while the aluminum Police eagle has been remounted

Cased: Fullsize: silver

unique sterling silver bow ribbon suspension

Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) United Republic of maker marked "CARON 1918" onIn die stamped silver, 37. 8 mm (w) x 53. 5 mm (h), original ribbon, dark patina, glue residue evident on the reverse, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on August 3, 1864 by Queen Isabel II and revised on many occasions (1931, 1936, 1942, 1970, 1977, 1995, 2003). It is awarded for acts of bravery, distinction, service or merit by members of the Armed Forces, or civilians in support of the military.