Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Naval Merit, Grand Cross Badge, White Distinction, C.1870 GTRexclude marked “4” on the pin

marked “4” on the pin (for Steinhauer & Lück)

so named because the French had located their field kitchens there)

this scarce helmet stands in very fine condition

measuring 65 mm (w) 40 mm

Constructed of gilt cupal

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Naval Merit, Grand Cross Badge, White Distinction, C.1870 GTRexclude marked “4” on the pin(Orden al Mrito Naval). Instituted 1866. Alfonso XII Alfonso XIII Period. A silver gilt sash badge consisting of an enameled white Latin cross with obverse centre displaying an enameled blue anchor, suspended by Spanish crown in Gold, measuring 32. 32 mm (w) x 67. 82 mm (h inclusive of crown and integral cross), presenting old gold test on the 6 oclock arm, anchor exhibiting enamel loss, with white enamel hairline cracks, with residue, on original