Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit, Cross With White Distinction, Type Vii, C.1975 United Republic of A circular medal constructed of

A circular medal constructed of steel

fine sticker residue on the reverse

on original dark blue cloth backing

without ribbon

scattered nips in the black wool band

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit, Cross With White Distinction, Type Vii, C.1975 United Republic of A circular medal constructed of(Orden del Mrito Militar). Instituted in 1864. King Juan Carlos I (1975 2014). In bronze gilt with red, white and blue enamels, measuring 42 mm (w) x 60. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, intact enamels, gilt wear evident on the bar under the crown on both sides, original peacetime ribbon, on a traditional Spanish style horizontal hanger with pinback, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on August 3, 1864