Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) Auction oxidation spot on the reverse

oxidation spot on the reverse

packages of Red Brand compressed absorbent cotton

Subsequently transferred to the 72nd (Seaforth Highlanders) Battalion he was wounded on 27 September 1918

marked "METALL-SAMMLUNG 1914-15" (Metal Collection 1914-15) on the inside

Life aboard submarines wasn't easy

Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) Auction oxidation spot on the reverseIn 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.