Spain, Fascist State. A Breast Star of Institute of Hispanic Culture, c. 1950
Instituted 1946. A silver eight-point star with clusters of smooth rays, the obverse medallion features the badge of the Institute of Hispanic Culture surrounded by a gothic style inscription reading “Instituto De Cultura Hispanica” on a dark blue enamel field, encircled by a green laurel wreath, the reverse presents a vertical pin with dual stays, the number 170 has been impressed on the reverse center, weighs 65.2 grams, the rays have been cleaned, remains in very fine condition.

