Spain. An Order of the Red Cross, Second Class Medal c.1929

Issue 1926-1931. Alphonso XII. In silver gilt with red, white, green, and black enameling, measuring 31.5 mm (w) x 40 mm (h-inclusive of horizontally pierced integral ball suspension), on period ribbon, minor enamel loss to crown, better than very fine.

Footnote: Bestowment of 1926-1931. Awarded to citizens in recognition of meritorious voluntary actions according to the principles of the Spanish Red Cross.

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