Spain, Franco Period. An Order Of Military Merit, Red Distinction, I Class Cross, C.1950 United Republic of in bronze and black

in bronze and black

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Both awards are of exceptional quality manufacture

october 1943)

Spain, Franco Period. An Order Of Military Merit, Red Distinction, I Class Cross, C.1950 United Republic of in bronze and black(Orden al Mrito Militar). Instituted 1864. 1938 1975 Issue. A red enameled Greek cross in bronze gilt, with obverse centre featuring an enameled blue, red and white Spanish coat of arms also, reverse applique in white enamels depicting the letters MM (Military Merit), suspended by a typical of time period Spanish crown, measuring 41. 48 mm (w) x 54. 81 mm (h inclusive of the crown), presenting minor oxidation in the crown and the reverse medallion,