Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) certificate_of_authenticity Constructed of silvered aluminum bullion

Constructed of silvered aluminum bullion hand embroidered rolled

A French Egyptian Institute (Institut d'Egypte) Medal - Silver

was a German naval officer who earned the nickname “Seeteufel” (Sea-Devil)

mounted to a period silver suspension bar with swingbar pinback

Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) certificate_of_authenticity Constructed of silvered aluminum bullionIn 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.