Military Long Service Decoration, Cross for 25 Years

SKU: 02.SXC.0106.101.01

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  • Military Long Service Decoration, Cross for 25 Years Obverse
  • Military Long Service Decoration, Cross for 25 Years Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    Germany
  • date of institution
    February 28, 1846
  • remarks
    The German name of the award is ‘Dienstauszeichnungskreuz für Offiziere nach 25 Dienstjahren'.

Physical Description


A scaled George’s cross with curved arms and smooth narrow borders, constructed of silver and gold. The cross is in silver, the centre medallion is smooth and in gold, with a smooth border. The obverse features the Roman numeral ‘XXV’, whereas the reverse features the crowned monogram ‘E’. On a loop for suspension, on a green ribbon with silver side stripes.

History


The Military Long Service Decoration was originally founded by Duke Ernst II to reward the long and faithful service of officers, non-commissioned officers, and enlisted men in the military.

The Cross for 25 Years was awarded to officers.

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Versions

  • Price

    $1,200 USD

  • Composition

    Silver/Gold/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: E Rev: XXV

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  • Version Remarks

    This award is rare.

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