Spain, Spanish State. A Grand Cross of Naval Merit, with White Decoration, c. 1939 Auction the two ends held together

the two ends held together at the rear via the use of a magnetic metal pin

measuring 218 mm (w) x 114 mm (l)

bronze gilt with white enamelled star suspension

demonstrating moderate loss of silver finish through the base metal in addition to some fraying of the threading which secures the ribbon’s pin in place

"For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during a raid on the enemy's trenches

Spain, Spanish State. A Grand Cross of Naval Merit, with White Decoration, c. 1939 Auction the two ends held togetherConstructed of a gilded alloy with multi coloured enamels, the obverse consisting of an eight pointed radiant and pebbled starburst, overlaid by a central white enameled Latin Cross, topped by a gilded crown, overlaid by a blue enameled anchor with gilded highlights, the arms joined through the quadrants by the coats of arms of Castile and Len, the reverse with eight visible rivets securing the obverse features in position, with a raised barrel hinge