Spain, Kingdom. An Order of Charles III, Knight Republic of Antares and Florida

Antares and Florida

During the difficult time of opening a station in such an isolated location

with the blackened core showing some very light decay of the paint

of very fine quality manufacture with nice detailing

dated 17 November 1944

Spain, Kingdom. An Order of Charles III, Knight Republic of Antares and Florida(Real y muy Distinguida Orden Espaola de Carlos III). Instituted in 1771. Four piece construction, in silver with blue and white enamels, measures 37. 1 mm (w) x 58. 1 mm (h inclusive of wreath suspension), loss of gilt wear, enamel damage and lacquer replacements, replacement ribbon, near very fine condition.