A Spanish Order Of Military Merit By Lemaitre Of Paris GTRexclude frame of the cross itself

frame of the cross itself measures (if cut out) 61

fitted period case

impressed: ALFRED v

Both insignia do show very moderate wear from contact/use

non-fullered

A Spanish Order Of Military Merit By Lemaitre Of Paris GTRexclude frame of the cross itselfA Spanish Order of Military Merit by Lemaitre of Paris Peacetime Merit Issue (white enamel), by Lemaitre, Paris, in silver, silver gilt, crown and center round appliqu in Gold and enamels, 83mm, minor restoration to center enamel section, of excellent quality manufacture, circa 1870 80; reverse center cartouche marked by Lemaitre, Paris, while pin has a Swan import hallmark. Very scarce maker.