Spain, Franco Period. A Medal of the Old Guard visually-hidden Tarnish marks on the reverse

Tarnish marks on the reverse

Eagle insignia in silvered bullion wire

Greeting: YOU being appointed on the twentyfirst day of May A

the opposite end retaining a buckle

Spain, Franco Period. A Medal of the Old Guard visually-hidden Tarnish marks on the reverse(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