Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) certificate_of_authenticity A French Egyptian Institute (Institut

A French Egyptian Institute (Institut d'Egypte) Medal - Silver

was a German naval officer who earned the nickname “Seeteufel” (Sea-Devil)

Constructed of silvered aluminum bullion hand embroidered rolled

award document for Commemorative Medal 1 Oct 1938

maker marked Braca Knaus

Spain. An Order Of Military Merit, Silver Cross With White Distinction, Type Ii (1868-1871) certificate_of_authenticity A French Egyptian Institute (InstitutIn die stamped silver, 37. 8 mm (w) x 53. 5 mm (h), original ribbon, dark patina, glue residue evident on the reverse, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on August 3, 1864 by Queen Isabel II and revised on many occasions (1931, 1936, 1942, 1970, 1977, 1995, 2003). It is awarded for acts of bravery, distinction, service or merit by members of the Armed Forces, or civilians in support of the military.