Spain, Kingdom. A Royal and Most Distinguished Spanish Order of Charles III, IV Class Officer, c.1880 consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with swords crossing between the

with swords crossing between the arms of the cross

was shot down

the other is octagonal and measuring 33

constructed of heavy pressed paper with a red faux leather (leatherette) exterior

Spain, Kingdom. A Royal and Most Distinguished Spanish Order of Charles III, IV Class Officer, c.1880 consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with swords crossing between the(Real y muy Distinguida Orden Espaola de Carlos III). Instituted in 1771. Four piece construction, in silver with blue and white enamels, Gold centrepieces, measuring 38 mm (w) x 57. 7 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, large rosette affixed to its original ribbon with hook and eye, very dark patina on the silver portions, fine chipping evident in the white enamels in multiple locations on both sides, better than very fine. Footnote: The Royal