Also known as the “Cruz de Hierro de Barcelona”. Breast Badge, 33,5 x 32 mm., Bronze, with red enameled arms, flanked by laurel wreath, convex centre medallion as a flaming grenade and resting on crossed cannons, bearing the inscription “BARCELONA AGRADECIDA 1843”; horizontal suspension loop and correct ribbon. A rare decoration, instituted by the supreme “Junta” of Barcelona as a reward to the defenders of the city during a fierce siege; excellent condition. I R!