Cross for the Defense of Astorga, Cross

SKU: 02.ESP.0145.101.01

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  • Cross Obverse

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  • country
    Spain
  • date of institution
    April 10, 1815
  • remarks
    (Spanish: Distinción Astorga) It is a very rare medal.

History


The Cross for the Defense of Astorga was instituted in Spain by King Ferdinand VII on April 10, 1815. It was awarded to those who participated in the defense of the town of Astorga against the French army during the War of Independence.

The Cross features an obverse inscription on the bow that translates to "We Gained this Honour at Astorga by our Valoure," and a plain reverse.

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Cross for the Defense of Astorga, Cross

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  • Composition

    Gold/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv (bow): EN ASTORGA CON VALOR ADQUIRIMOS ESTE HONOR

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Cross for the Defense of Astorga, Cross

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  • Composition

    Silver gilt/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv (bow): EN ASTORGA CON VALOR ADQUIRIMOS ESTE HONOR

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