Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Naval Merit, Ii Class Star, Red Distinction, By A. Ramentol, C.1920 Archive circa 1850-60 period manufacture

circa 1850-60 period manufacture

the sweatband designed to be vented on either side

it could not be awarded to women

Ribbon bar and 2 Enamelled Ribbon Bars

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Naval Merit, Ii Class Star, Red Distinction, By A. Ramentol, C.1920 Archive circa 1850-60 period manufacture(Orden del Merito Naval). Instituted on 3 August 1866 by Queen Isabella III. 1889 1931 Issue. Red Distinction. An eight point silver gilt star comprising multiple faceted rays, centre obverse presenting a red enamelled Latin cross surmounted by a red enamelled Spanish Royal crown, with a superimposed anchor centered on the cross, centre reverse presents dual stays and a principle pin assembly, maker marked with cartouche of A. RAMENTOL HABANA OREILLY