Cross for Matamoros, Cross

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SKU: 02.MEX.0153.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$4500 USD

  • Cross Obverse

Estimated market value:

$4500 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Mexico
  • Composition
    Gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: NI AL INCENDIO DE SU HOGAR SUCUMBIO
  • Size
    36mm
  • Image Licensing
    This image/illustration is attributed to “Condecoraciones mexicanas y su Historia”, Carlos Perez-Maldonado, published by "Impresora Monterrey S.A." in 1942 in Monterrey, México. This image has been cropped. This resource is in the public domain in all countries.

History


The Cross for Matamoros (Cruz de Matamoros) was authorized by the Mexican government in 1852 in recognition of Generals, Chiefs, Officers, and troops belonged to the Army and the National Guard who fought against a large number of Indians warriors around Matamoros from 1851 to 1852.

The Cross features an obverse inscription that can be translated to "He didn't Succumb to the Fire in his House."

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