Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) Auction including two foldout panels of

including two foldout panels of a Lee-Enfield Rifle and a Royal Escorts formation

A scarce civilian award

while the right side has a central interlocking tab illustrating a Victorian crown

before being posted to Torpedo Boat 92 in Gibraltar as a Gunner

Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) Auction including two foldout panels ofIn die stamped silver, 37. 8 mm (w) x 53. 5 mm (h), original ribbon, dark patina, glue residue evident on the reverse, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on August 3, 1864 by Queen Isabel II and revised on many occasions (1931, 1936, 1942, 1970, 1977, 1995, 2003). It is awarded for acts of bravery, distinction, service or merit by members of the Armed Forces, or civilians in support of the military.