(Orden del Mérito Civil). Instituted in 1926. In 18K Gold with blue, white and green enamels, tested, measuring 18.3 mm (w) x 26.3 mm (h), button hole attachment, intact enamels, near extremely fine. In its jeweller's case, beige cloth exterior, inside lid lined in white satin and maker marked "T. Sar Santiago Esteve, 34 Madrid", slotted beige cloth medal bed, measuring 52 mm (w) x 57 mm (h) x 32.8 mm (d), exhibiting soiling on both the exterior and the interior, case fine.
Footnote: The Order of Civil Merit was instituted on June 25, 1926 and awarded to Spanish government employees for meritorious service, and to Spaniards and foreigners for extraordinary services to the nation, in the following grades: Collar, Grand Cross, Commander by Number, Commander, Officer, Knight, along with a Silver Cross.

