The Spanish Cross in Gold was awarded to a soldier who showed great merits in combat or achieved uncanny accomplishments. 1126 gold crosses were awarded. It is marked "CEJ" on the back for the firm of C.E. Juncker, and "900" which means it is pure silver which then has been gilted over. See page seven of Forman's book on medals and badges.

With the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War, Germany sent military forces, the Condor Legion to the aid of Francisco Franco's nationalist forces. After the war a decoration for the German soldiers who fought in the Spanish civil war was created. So in April 14, 1939 the Spanish Cross was instituted. It was awarded in six classes: Bronze, Bronze with swords, Silver, Silver with swords, Gold and Gold with diamonds.

This very rare original badge is in very good condition and a genuine Third Reich artifact, offered with a full money-back guarantee for authenticity.