The number is that of the Stab u
measuring approximately 44cm (or 18 inches)
The crossguard sunwheels are in excellent condition throughout
reverse inscribed in the centre "ILS FURENT ICI MOINS DE SOIXANTE OPPOSÉS A TOUTE UNE ARMEE SA MASSE LES ECRASA LA VIE PLUTOT QUE LA COURAGE ABANDONNA CES SOLDATS FRANCAIS 30 AVRIL 1863"
"D" (Denver) Battery: Purple Heart Award Certificate (inscribed "THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS
Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Naval Merit, Ii Class Star, Red Distinction, C.1930 Hold The number is that of(Orden del Merito Naval). Instituted on 3 August 1866 by Queen Isabella III. 1889 1931 Issue. Red Distinction. A Latin cross with the arms enameled red, superimposed by a golden anchor, the upper arm is surmounted by a Spanish royal crown, over a silver gilt eight pointed star composed of multiple faceted rays, reverse with vertical pin assembly and dual stays, measuring 62. 25 mm in diameter, weighing 36. 5 g, and in extremely fine condition. This