Spain, Spanish State. An Imperial Order of the Yoke and Arrows, Grand Cross Sash and Badge, c. 1940 Province of China VN SOLDADO EN CADA HIJO

VN SOLDADO EN CADA HIJO TE DIO” (WITH EACH SON HE GAVE YOU A SOLDIER)

He was a Driver (1888-1889)

he was struck off strength at Bramshott and transferred to the 134th Infantry Battalion at Witley on January 25

within a final ring of ribbed gilt

Spain, Spanish State. An Imperial Order of the Yoke and Arrows, Grand Cross Sash and Badge, c. 1940 Province of China VN SOLDADO EN CADA HIJO(Caesaris Caesari Dei Deo). Instituted in 1937. 18 karat white and yellow gold, five red arrows crossed at centre with red banner inscription Caesaris Caesari Dei Deo, mounted to a black onyx cross, inclusive of loop 68. 7 mm (h) x 57. 9 mm (w), evidence of wear on gilding, very fine condition. Footnote: The Imperial Order of the Yoke and Arrows was established on 1 October 1937 by Francisco Franco. It was given out as the highest award for military