Spain, Constitutional Monarchy. Naval Order Of Merit With Red Distinction, Iii Class Star, C.2000 Auction later striking

later striking

the face of which is dyed dark brown

the reverse depicts a leftward facing head of Hermann Goering in high relief

the date 1

maker marked "TIPTAFT B'HAM" on the slider

Spain, Constitutional Monarchy. Naval Order Of Merit With Red Distinction, Iii Class Star, C.2000 Auction later striking(Cruz del Mrito Naval). Instituted in 1866. King Juan Carlos (1975 2014) In bronze gilt with red enamels, with four silvered insignia framing the cross, measuring 65. 5 mm (w) x 65. 2 mm (h), vertical pinback flanked by dual stays, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Naval Order of Merit was instituted on August 3, 1866 by Queen Isabella II for gallantry or merit in war or peace and awarded to members of the Spanish Naval Forces, Guardia