In addition to the missing chinstrap the helmet has been completely repainted
in 22K yellow Gold with blue enamels
both are marked "EXTRA FEIN" (Extra Fein) on the reverse
depending on the quality and length of time calculated in calendar years
vertical pin with slot catch
Spain, Franco Period. An Order of Military Merit. II. Class Breast Star, c. 1935 Hold In addition to the missing(Cruces del Mrito Militar). Instituted August 3rd, 1864. (1931 1939 issue). An eight pointed multi faceted star with a large white enameled gilded Greek Cross with fleur de lys in the quadrants between the arms of the cross, the obverse with a central emblem bearing the coat of arms of Castile, Len, Aragon, Navarre, and Granada, topped by a gilt bar shield to bear the date of bestowal (blank) topped by a Royal Crown decorated with red enameled