Original Spanish WWII Era Sterling Order of Military Merit Cross Red Distinction. Nice vintage and original Spanish Civil War/WWII era items for the Order of Military Merit in red. Overall in very good condition. The reverse of the cross is also enameled and has a couple chips out of the clear red enamel – very hard to see. The front of the cross is in mint condition – the images shows some reflection not damage. The cross frame and crown is in sterling silver. It is marked with the star silver hallmark of Spain and the maker’s hallmark. Imperial crown is used during Franco’s National Fascist period. The Order of Military Merit (Orden del Mérito Militar) was instituted by Queen Isabel II/Isabella II on August 3, 1864. It was established to recognize either Spanish or foreign military personnel in recognition of outstanding and meritorious actions in time of war or peace. Red Distinction (red enamels) were awarded for courage and effective actions in combat. Please feel free to ask any questions. We strive to satisfy our customers.
Original Spanish WWII Era Order of Military Merit Cross White Distinction. Nice vintage and original WWII era items for the Order of Military Merit in white. Overall in near-mint condition. The cross frame and crown is in gilt bronze. Imperial crown is used during Franco’s National Fascist period. The Order of Military Merit (Orden del Mérito Militar) was instituted by Queen Isabel II/Isabella II on August 3, 1864. It was established to recognize either Spanish or foreign military personnel in recognition of outstanding and meritorious actions in time of war or peace. The decorations with White Distinction (white enamels) were awarded for distinguished services in peacetime. Please feel free to ask any questions. We strive to satisfy our customers.
RARE Antique USMC NICARAGUA Merito MEDAL OF DISTINCTION Steel Stamping Die JN936. This listing is for the original antique steel stamping die used to make the obverse of the Nicaragua Medal of Distinction. This die made the medals presented to the US Navy and United States Marine Corps members for service in the 1920’s. The octagonal die has dimensions 1 ¼” x 1 ¼” and stands 2 high. The die weighs 12 oz and the condition is Excellent. Please look at all the photos and ask any questions. See my other listings. Terms and Conditions All items guaranteed as represented. NO International orders on this item. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “auctionplanner” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Theme: Militaria
- Original/Reproduction: Original
An extremely rare example of the Nicaraguan Medal of Distinction. This medal was the second highest of four decorations that were awarded by the government of Nicaragua to US Navy and Marine Corps personnel for service in that country in the late 1920s and early 1930s. These decorations were presented in very limited numbers and rarely come on the market. I have seen a several examples of the Medal for Merit offered for sale over the years but have never seen any of the other decorations offered in a public sale. The Medal of Distinction offered here is marked 14k (as shown in the photo) but does not have any other marking, so the actual maker is unknown. The silk ribbon is authentic and correct for the medal but due to its age it cant be fitted to the medal ring without splitting. The two documents shown are ones that I copied from USMC correspondence files in the US National Archives in Washington and have not been previously published. Terms of sale: This medal is unconditionally guaranteed as original. The item “Nicaragua Medal of Distinction 14k gold issued to USMC Marine Corps” is in sale since Friday, November 15, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “uswv1898″ and is located in Santa Monica, California. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Brunei darussalam, Iceland, Luxembourg, Paraguay, Uruguay.
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