A Spanish War Cross; Breast Star Newly Listed 5xx (w) x 42

5xx (w) x 42

with emanating rays in the background

formed in 1900 were located at Bishop's Crossing

with a very smooth finish and without chipping

Wing Commander Kings made as full a search of the underground area as was possible before he was affected by dangerous fumes and had to retire

A Spanish War Cross; Breast Star Newly Listed 5xx (w) x 42Three piece construction, silvered bronze and enamels, 62 mm x 63. 6 mm, contact marks, very fine. Footnote: The War Cross was instituted on January 26, 1937 and amended in 1942. It was a direct descendant of the Military Order of Mary Christine (Mara Cristina) created for the Queen Regent in 1890 and intended to reward military bravery.