24th Apr, 2025 19:00
Hunting, Weapons, Militaria, Orders & Medals Auction
170
SPANISH GRAND CROSS 3RD CLASS, FOR GENERALS.
Grand Cross of the Order of Military Merit.
Spanish Civil War, ca. 1938.
White enamel Greek cross with two towers and two lions between its arms. Red enamel stripes on the side and lower arms, and a royal crown and gold plaque on the upper arm. In the center, a quartered and gold-lined circular shield: the first and fourth of Castile on a red enamel background; the second and third of León on a white enamel background; and the Granada escutcheon.
7 x 7 cm.
Provenance:
Belgium Private Collection
Sold for €275
Grand Cross of the Order of Military Merit.
Spanish Civil War, ca. 1938.
White enamel Greek cross with two towers and two lions between its arms. Red enamel stripes on the side and lower arms, and a royal crown and gold plaque on the upper arm. In the center, a quartered and gold-lined circular shield: the first and fourth of Castile on a red enamel background; the second and third of León on a white enamel background; and the Granada escutcheon.
7 x 7 cm.
Provenance:
Belgium Private Collection
Auction: Hunting, Weapons, Militaria, Orders & Medals Auction, 24th Apr, 2025
Hessink’s Hunting, Weapons, Militaria, Orders & Medals Auction – A Once-in-a-Lifetime Collection of rare Historically important Artifacts.
Featuring a rare collection of unique militaria and hunting weapons and collectables. This exclusive event presents collectors with a unique opportunity to acquire items of exceptional provenance, many never before seen on the art market.
Among the highlights are Swords & Daggers of Historical Significance – Including pieces once owned by Hermann Göring, Heinrich Himmler, and an extraordinary birthday gift presented to Adolf Hitler on his 49th birthday. German World War II Medals & Orders, Rare & Decorative Hunting Collectibles – including exquisite furniture suited for a grand hunting lodge.
This is an unmissable event for international museums, collectors, historians, hunters and history enthusiasts seeking truly rare and one-of-a-kind items. Many of the items on offer have never appeared on the market before, making this auction a unique opportunity to own history.
