Description
insurrection or expedition
overall in very fine condition
measuring 40 mm (w) x 58 mm (l) x 15 mm (h)
49mm(w) x 33mm(h)
green oxidation spotting evident on one badge
Spain, Kingdom. A Royal and Most Distinguished Spanish Order of Charles III, IV Class Officer, c.1880 GTRexclude insurrection or expedition(Real y muy Distinguida Orden Espaola de Carlos III). Instituted in 1771. Four piece construction, in silver with blue and white enamels, Gold centrepieces, measuring 38 mm (w) x 57. 7 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, large rosette affixed to its original ribbon with hook and eye, very dark patina on the silver portions, fine chipping evident in the white enamels in multiple locations on both sides, better than very fine. Footnote: The Royal