Cross for the Defense of Madrid, Cross

SKU: 02.ESP.0186.101.01

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  • country
    Spain
  • date of institution
    June 10, 1817
  • remarks
    (Spanish: Distinción Defensa de Madrid)

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The Cross for the Defense of Madrid was founded in Spain by King Ferdinand VII on June 20, 1817. It was awarded to those who participated in the defense of Madrid against a French invading army in December of 1808.

The Cross features an obverse inscription that translates to "To Courage and Loyalty in Madrid," and reverse inscription that translates to "In the First Days of December of 1808."

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Cross for the Defense of Madrid, Cross

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    $2500 USD

  • Composition

    Gold/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: AL VALOR Y FIDELIDAD DE MADRID Rev: EN LOS PRIMEROS DIAS DE DIC DE 1808

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