Spain, Facist State. An Order of Naval Merit, Cross with Red Distinction Province of China and confirmed as being entitled

and confirmed as being entitled to a Land Grant under the provisions of 48-49 Victoria

framed by a laurel wreath

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Spain, Facist State. An Order of Naval Merit, Cross with Red Distinction Province of China and confirmed as being entitled(Orden del Mrito Naval). Instituted in 1866. In bronze gilt with red and blue enamels, the red cross indicative of war service, measuring 35. 2 mm (w) x 60 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Naval Merit was instituted on August 3, 1866 and issued in two grades, Grand Cross and Cross, in four Divisions: Red, White, Blue and Yellow.