Spain, Franco. An Order Of Military Merit, I Class Cross, Red Distinction C.1950 GTRexclude above an inscription of “GESTIFTET

above an inscription of “GESTIFTET AM 14

measuring 53 mm (w) x 52 mm (h)

the reverse medallion features the crossed French flags in a blue enamel surround inscribed HONNEUR ET PATRIE (Honour and Fatherland)

period ribbon with hook and eye

Spain, Franco. An Order Of Military Merit, I Class Cross, Red Distinction C.1950 GTRexclude above an inscription of “GESTIFTET(Orden al Mrito Militar). Instituted 1864. Issued 1947 1975. A red enameled Greek Cross in bronze gilt, suspended by a period Spanish crown, obverse centre depicting a red and white enameled Spanish coat of arms, the reverse centre with white enamels standing the inscription MM (Military Merit), measuring 41. 79 mm (w) x 54. 42 mm (h inclusive of integral ring and cross), accompanied by original ribbon and rectangular bar, presenting minor oxidation,