Order Of Naval Merit, Spain, Grand Cross Of The White Division (19th Century)

Order Of Naval Merit, Spain, Grand Cross Of The White Division (19th century) Sold in its dark red box. Very good state. Visible at the gallery at 97 rue de Courcelles, Paris 17. Founded in 1866, "The Order of Maritime Merit" is a Spanish military distinction for bravery or merit in time of war or peace. 3rd class plate (Grand Officer), it is awarded to members of the Spanish Naval Forces, Guardia Civil and civilians. Worked in diamond points The cross enamelled in white symbolizes the time of peace. The enamelled ink in blue represents the maritime dimension. SPAIN, late 19th century.