Fire Service Medal

SKU: 02.ANH.0114.101.01

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  • Fire Service Medal (in silver) Obverse
  • Fire Service Medal (in silver) Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    Germany
  • date of institution
    November 21, 1888

Physical Description


A circular medal constructed of silver or silvered white alloy. The obverse bears the coat of arms of Anhalt encompassed by an oak leaf wreath. The reverse bears the insignia of the fire department, a fire helmet with two crossed axes below. An open-ended laurel wreath tied with a ribbon in a bow is below the insignia and above is the inscription "FÜR TREUE DIENSTE" (for loyal service). On a loop for suspension, on a green, red and white striped ribbon.

History


The Fire Service Medal was established by Duke Friedrich I on November 21, 1888. The medal was conferred upon voluntary firefighters who rendered 25 years of uninterrupted service with a fire brigade. Professional firefighters and individuals who held other positions within the firefighting services were also eligible to receive the medal. Upon retirement, recipients could keep the award. Approximately 1,500 Fire Service Medals were awarded.

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Versions

  • Price

    $250 USD

  • Composition

    Silver

  • Inscription

    Rev: FÜR TREUE DIENSTE

  • Size

    32mm

  • Maker

  • Version Remarks

    This version is made of silver.

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  • Price

    $200 USD

  • Composition

    Silvered White Alloy

  • Inscription

    Obv: FÜR TREUE DIENSTE

  • Size

    32mm

  • Maker

  • Version Remarks

    This version is made of silvered white alloy.

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