Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit In Gold, Pensionated I Class Cross C.1889 Auction only about 7% of the

only about 7% of the very expensive stamps that had been produced had been distributed when the issue was withdrawn from sale on June 30

bordered by golden twisted wires

near extremely fine condition with light soiling and scuffing

Originally a male-only decoration

Commemorative Cross for the War 1866 "Treue Krieger" Version

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit In Gold, Pensionated I Class Cross C.1889 Auction only about 7% of theOrden al Mrito Militar). Instituted 1864. 1889 1931 issued. In Gold, a beautiful red enameled Greek cross featuring white enameled stripes on its arms, obverse centre in Gold exhibiting detailed enameled Spanish coat of arms, reverse centre applique in white enamels depicting the inscription MM (Military Merit) also in Gold, surmounted by typical of time period Spanish crown in Gold, measuring 32. 28 mm (w) x 51. 64 mm (h inclusive of crown