Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Charles Iii In Gold, Commander, C.1880 United Republic of near very fine) and accompanying

near very fine) and accompanying letter (210x297mm

and removed to be melted down at one point

of very simple construction

nine with gilt

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Charles Iii In Gold, Commander, C.1880 United Republic of near very fine) and accompanying(Real y Distinguida Orden Espaola de Carlos III). Instituted 1771. (1850 1890 Issue). A white boarded and blue enamelled Maltese Cross in Gold, with Gold fleur de lis in each quadrant, obverse centre applique depicting St. Mary in enamel, reverse centre with cypher of Charles III, measuring 44. 56 mm (w) x 71. 22 mm (h inclusive of laurel wreath and integral ring), weighing 32. 3 grams, reverse centre enamels replaced with additional light blue