Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Merit Of The Civil Guard, Grand Cross Of Merit With Red Distinction certificate_of_authenticity 37 mm x 55

37 mm x 55

measuring 68 mm (w) x 77 mm (h))

the reverse marked with an RZM logo and maker code “M1/130” for Grossmann & Co

Lieutenant in 1888

(Heer Feldbinde und Schnalle)

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Merit Of The Civil Guard, Grand Cross Of Merit With Red Distinction certificate_of_authenticity 37 mm x 55(Orden del Mrito de la Guardia Civil, Gran Cruz al Merito con Distintivo Roja). Instituted in 1976. Three piece construction, in bronze gilt with red and green enamels, obverse centrepiece illustrating crossed fasces and sword with the inscription "AL MERITO" above, within an open ended wreath of laurel leaves, mounted to a green cross base with seven gilt rays between each arm, reverse centrepiece with the conjoined letters "GC" (Guardia Civil),