Spain, Franco Period. An Order Of Military Merit, White Distinction, I Class Cross, C.1938 Auction Archive This black celluloid grip is

This black celluloid grip is in absolute perfect condition

surrounded by the inscription "CREDERE OBBEDIRE COMBATTERE" (Believe Obey Fight)

The interior features an eight panel brown leather liner

Meritorious Service Medal

Spain, Franco Period. An Order Of Military Merit, White Distinction, I Class Cross, C.1938 Auction Archive This black celluloid grip is(Orden al Mrito Militar). Instituted 1864. Type I. 1938 1939 Issue. White Distinction. An enameled white Greek cross in silver gilt, with obverse centre depicting enameled Spanish coat of arms, reverse with enameled red centre bearing the letters MM (Military Merit), suspended by an non typical integral Spanish crown also in silver gilt, measuring 35. 56 mm (w) x 47. 53 mm (h inclusive of integral crown), with stained white enamels, on correct