Cross for the Battle of Arroyomolinos, Gold Cross

SKU: 02.ESP.0185.101.01

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  • country
    Spain
  • date of institution
    May 1, 1817
  • remarks
    (Spanish: Distinción Arroyomolinos) It is a very rare medal.

History


The Cross for the Battle of Arroyomolinos was founded by royal decree of May 1, 1817. It was conferred upon Spanish military personnel commanded by General Don Pedro Agustin Giron, who fought and defeated the French Division of General Girald at Arroyomolinos on October 28, 1811.

The Gold Cross was awarded to Officer, while the Silver Cross was awarded to the troops.

The Cross features an obverse inscription that translates to "Arroyo Molinos on October 28, 1811," and a plain reverse.

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Cross for the Battle of Arroyomolinos, Gold Cross

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    Gold/Enamelled

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    Obv: ARROYO-MOLINOS - 28 DE OCTUBRE DE 1811

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Cross for the Battle of Arroyomolinos, Cross

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    Silver/Enamelled

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    Obv: ARROYO-MOLINOS - 28 DE OCTUBRE DE 1811

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    This version has no enamels.

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