Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Isabella The Catholic, Grand Cross Star, In Gold, C.1900 Auction " (sterling silver)

" (sterling silver)

He was promoted several times

European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with three bronze stars

His left leg had to be amputated

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Isabella The Catholic, Grand Cross Star, In Gold, C.1900 Auction " (sterling silver)(Orden de Isabel la Catolica). Instituted March 24, 1815 by King Ferdinand VII. 1875 1931 Issue. A Grand Cross Breast Star in silver gilt presenting a four point star of faceted rays with large ball finials, between each arm sits a cluster of seven faceted rays, the obverse medallion in 18K Gold features the handpainted insignia of the order, surrounded by a green enamelled wreath with a white enamel banner inscribed A LA LEALTAD ACRISOLADA POR ISABEL