Spain, Kingdom. An Order of Isabella the Catholic, Commander Neck Badge, c.1960

(Orden de Isabel la Católica). Three-piece construction, in bronze gilt with red, white, green and blue enamels, unmarked, measuring 50.3 mm (w) x 72.5 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, scattered gilt wear, chipping evident in the blue enamels on the obverse centrepiece, better than very fine.

Footnote: The Order of Isabella the Catholic was instituted on March 24, 1815 by Ferdinand VII and awarded for services of a civil nature that benefit the country, including to foreign diplomats, in five grades: Grand Cross with Collar, Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander by Number, Commander, Knight, plus the Silver Cross and the Medal of Isabella the Catholic.