Order of Isabella the Catholic

ESP009 Orden de Isabel la Católica

Order was created by King Ferdinand VII on 24 March 1815 as the Royal and American Order of Isabella the Catholic.
Order was awarded to Spanish citizens and foreigners for exceptional services provided in pursuit of territories in America and overseas.
The current statements of the order were approved on 6 November 1998.
Order is awarded to persons and institutions in recognition of extraordinary services to the homeland or the promotion of international relations and cooperation with other nations.
Order is awarded in seven grades: Collar, Grand Cross, Grand Commander, Commander, Officer, Knight, Silver Cross, plus Silver Medal and Bronze Medal.