(Medalla al Mérito en el Trabajo). Fullsize: three-piece construction, in silver with blue, red, white and black enamels, measuring 39 mm (w) 57.5 mm inclusive of its laterally-pierced ball suspension, original ribbon, on a traditional Spanish-style horizontal hanger with pinback; and Miniature: in silver with blue enamels, measuring 14.3 mm (w) 24 mm inclusive of its laterally-pierced ball suspension, with ring and original ribbon. Intact enamels, extremely fine. In their hardshelled case of issue, brown pebbled exterior, maker marked "J. Saz Arenal 9 Madrid" stamped on the white satin lining on the inside lid, red felt medal bed, measuring 80 mm (w) x 142 mm (h) x 28.5 mm (d), case also extremely fine.
Footnote: The Medal of Merit in Labour is a civil medal awarded in Spain by the Council of Ministers in its gold category and by the Ministry of Labour in its silver and bronze categories, to individuals or institutions excelling in a useful and exemplary conduct in the performance of any job, profession, or service usually exercised; or in compensation for damages and suffering suffered in the fulfillment of that professional duty. The Gold Grade Medal is awarded by the Council of Ministers, equivalent to a Grand Cross, its laureates receive the style of Excelentísimo Señor (male) or Excelentísima Señora (female). The Silver Grade Medal is awarded by the Ministry of Labour, equivalent to a Commander, its laureates receive the style of Ilustrísimo Señor (male) or Ilustrísima Señora (female). The Bronze Grade Medal is awarded by the Ministry of Labour, equivalent to a Knight/Dame, its laureates do not receive any style.