Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) United Republic of Type III (with date 1915)

Type III (with date 1915) (silvered bronze

later was quite hot

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 Type III (with date 1915)In 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.