Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) Auction marked "METALL-SAMMLUNG 1914-15" (Metal Collection

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

The trousers are solid

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

It measures 61 mm x 102 mm x 178 mm

Monetny Dvor mint marked and number engraved "430836" on the reverse

Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) Auction marked "METALL-SAMMLUNG 1914-15" (Metal CollectionIn 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.