Spain, Franco Period. A Medal of the Old Guard Republic of Imperial Military Railways

Imperial Military Railways

a badge he likely purchased as a replacement after the War

at Seebeck Yard in Bremerhaven

surmounted by a period Spanish crown

also in bronze

Spain, Franco Period. A Medal of the Old Guard Republic of Imperial Military Railways(Medalla de la Vieja Guardia). Instituted in 1942. In bronze with black and green enamels, reverse engraved "Exp. No 1437 MANUEL RAMON DE LA MAZA SAINZ DE LA FUENTE 1934", measuring 37. 2 mm (w) x 43. 7 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, scattered chipping evident in the green enamels, replacement incorrect ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal of the Old Guard was instituted on March 10, 1942 and awarded to those involved in militant