Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Iv (1875-1931) Hold showing a few runner marks

showing a few runner marks

comrades (from WWI to circa 1960)

the Germans’ drachen (dragon) was more apt

incorporating a button down fly with three brass buttons flanked by plastic buttons at either end

and France: War Cross 1939 with Bronze Palm (bronze

Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Iv (1875-1931) Hold showing a few runner marksIn silver, 31. 2 mm (w) x 46. 8 mm (h), glue residue evident on the reverse of the original ribbon, light contact and surface wear, better than very 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.