Spain, Fascist State. A Falange "Ex Cautivos" Captivity Cross, Miniature Hold with two shiny copper-brownish strips

with two shiny copper-brownish strips sewn on each top and bottom

in the Chitral Relief Force under Sir Robert Low in 1895 (medal with clasp)

With steady reinforcement from France and Canadian recruits

GESCH on reverse

A Second China War Medal 1857-1860

Spain, Fascist State. A Falange "Ex Cautivos" Captivity Cross, Miniature Hold with two shiny copper-brownish stripsIn bronze with red, white and black enamels, illustrating the Falange insignia in the centre surrounded by a chain forming three sides, the links broken at either end symbolizing freedom, on a white cross base, measuring 19. 5 mm (w) x 19. 5 mm (h), maker marked "GICAR S. L. BARCELONA" on the button hole attachment, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The cross was issued to those who suffered captivity due to their Falange beliefs.