Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit With Red Distinction, Iii Class, C.1975 United Republic of otherwise retaining fine colouring and

otherwise retaining fine colouring and remains better than very fine

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treated and returned to duty

It was designed to be operated by a crew of 36 officers and men

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit With Red Distinction, Iii Class, C.1975 United Republic of otherwise retaining fine colouring and(Orden del Mrito Militar). Instituted in 1864. In silver gilt with red, white and blue enamels, the colour of the red enamels on the cross indicating war service, measuring 65. 8 mm (w) x 65. 5 mm (h), vertical pinback flanked by dual stays, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on August 3, 1864 by Queen Isabel II, revised in 1931, 1936, 1942, 1970, 1977, 1995 and 2003. It is awarded for acts of bravery,