Spain, Transition Period. A Civil Guard Order of Merit, Breast Star
(Orden del Mérito de la Guardia Civil). Instituted May 29 1976. In silver, a green enamelled cross with clusters of smooth rays in each quadrant, the obverse medallion features a white enamel field with a superimposed crossed Fasces and sword with the inscription AL MERITO above, surrounded by a green enamelled wreath, the reverse presents a vertical pin flanked by dual stays, measures 64.5mm (w) x 64.2mm (h), weighs 72.3 grams, medallion slightly off center, dark patina, enamels intact, in very fine condition.

