Military Long Service Decoration, I Class Cross

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  • Military Long Service Decoration, I Class Cross Obverse
  • Military Long Service Decoration, I Class Cross Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    Germany
  • date of institution
    March 3, 1865

Physical Description


A cross constructed of silver and enamels. The arms of the cross each end with a ball finial. The obverse bears a blue enamel shield with the inscription "XL DIENSTE JAHRE" (40 years of service), encompassed by a green enamel wreath of oak and laurel. The reverse bears a shield with blue and white lozenges encompassed by a wreath of oak. On a loop for suspension with a light blue ribbon with white stripes.

History


The Military Long Service Decoration was established by King Ludwig II on March 3, 1865. The decoration was a service award for Generals, Officers, military staff and officials.

In 1872, the award was extended to include civil servants in the military administration. In 1907, the award was expanded once again to include clerks in the military administration. Upon the death of the recipient, the decoration had to be returned.

The I Class Cross was awarded for 40 years of service, whereas the II Class Cross was awarded for 24 years of service.

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  • Price

    $450 USD

  • Composition

    Silver/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: XL DIENST. JAHRE

  • Size

    45mm

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