Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit With Red Distinction, I Class Miniature, C.1900 certificate_of_authenticity The helmet measures 300 mm

The helmet measures 300 mm x 305 mm x 120 mm

along with five belt loops sewn at various intervals around the waist

the island's four 8-inch guns opened fire

Arrangements were quickly made for a fatigue party among the married soldiers to get the baggage of the wives and children on board

but is overall exceptionally well preserved

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit With Red Distinction, I Class Miniature, C.1900 certificate_of_authenticity The helmet measures 300 mm(Orden del Mrito Militar). Instituted in 1864. Type IV with Bourbon Shield (1875 1931). For Retired Military Personnel. In Gold with red, white and blue enamels, weighing 2. 1 grams, measuring 12. 8 mm (w) x 20. 7 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, intact enamels, very light contact, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on August 3, 1864 by Queen Isabel II and amended in 1931, 1936, 1942, 1970, 1977, 1995 and