Civil Merit Medal

CATEGORY: Version

SKU: 02.LPD.0101.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$400 USD

  • Civil Merit Medal Obverse
  • Civil Merit Medal Reverse

Estimated market value:

$400 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Rev: DES VERDIENSTES ANERKENNUNG
  • Size
    36mm
  • Image Licensing
    The image of the Civil Merit Medal is attributed to Liverpool Medals Ltd., SKU: L2016.

History


The Civil Merit Medal was established by Princess Pauline of Lippe, who acted as the regent of Prince Paul Alexander Leopold, and was conferred upon individuals who rendered meritorious service to the state and the community.

The decoration was often conferred as a reward for individuals who rendered long and faithful service. In addition, it was also awarded to individuals who had saved the life of another human being.

Awards were primarily conferred upon citizens of Lippe.

As of 1869, the medal had lost much of its social significance and was no longer a prized award. In 1901, a further 100 medals were produced. The decoration was discontinued in 1918.

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