Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, 1St Class Cross With White Distinction, Franco Era (1936-1976) Auction Archive and singing were good

and singing were good

Only 223 awarded

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stamped in faded blue ink "M4/24" and number stamped in black ink "No 015920" and marked "A"

Above average material

Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, 1St Class Cross With White Distinction, Franco Era (1936-1976) Auction Archive and singing were goodIn 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