Spain, Fascist State. An Order Of Military Merit, Second Class Star, White Distinction, c.1950 GTRexclude and the defence of Menin

and the defence of Menin

consisting of 1) A Second War German Black Grade Wound Badge miniature stick pin

measuring 37 mm (w) x 41 mm (h) inclusive its laterally-pierced ball suspension

Footnote:Otto Weidinger was born on May 24

The scabbard is missing the tip

Spain, Fascist State. An Order Of Military Merit, Second Class Star, White Distinction, c.1950 GTRexclude and the defence of Menin(Orden del Mrito Militar). Instituted in 1864. In silvered bronze, centre in bronze with red, white and blue enamels, the white cross indicative of peacetime merit, mounted to an eight pointed silver star base, each star point with five dual faceted rays, measuring 62. 9 mm (w) x 62. 5 mm (h), reverse with pin assembly as well as dual stays, with wear from use, remains near very fine. Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on August 3,