Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Isabella The Catholic, Grand Cross Set, C.1900 United Republic of vintage ribbon with period safety

vintage ribbon with period safety pin

opening with a swivel hinge to reveal a functional instrument

repair evident in the white enamels on the centrepiece

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Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Isabella The Catholic, Grand Cross Set, C.1900 United Republic of vintage ribbon with period safety(Orden de Isabel la Catlica). Instituted in 1815. Multi piece construction, French made, of most superb quality manufacture, the grand cross presenting a cross pattee in silver gilt with scaled arms and ball finials, with interior red enamelled arms presenting delicate etching, between each arm sits a cluster of five smooth rays, the center medallion features multi colour enamels with a banner across two towers inscribed NE PLUS ULTRA, surrounded by a