Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit, Grand Cross Miniature In Gold And Diamonds, C.1900 GTRexclude on an original bow-tied ribbon

on an original bow-tied ribbon with pinback)

The book cover presents some scuffing and tearing

Rare award in excellent condition

Crafted out of white plaster with false bronzing that has developed beautiful patina over time

the number three presents as rounded

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit, Grand Cross Miniature In Gold And Diamonds, C.1900 GTRexclude on an original bow-tied ribbon(Orden al Mrito Militar). Instituted 1864. King Alfonso XIII Issue. A delicate and sparse four armed cross miniature, with arms consisting of clusters of finely cut synthetic diamonds framed by a delicate Gold structure, with typical Gold bar on the 12 oclock arm, obverse centre featuring an enameled handmade period Spanish coat of arms, surmounted by beautifully executed Royal crown, which is adorned also by cluster of synthetic cut brilliant