Military Long Service Decoration, II Class Cross

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  • Military Long Service Decoration, II Class Cross (in bronze) Reverse
  • Military Long Service Decoration, II Class Cross (in bronze) Obverse
  • Military Long Service Decoration, II Class Cross (in bronze) Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    Germany
  • date of institution
    March 3, 1865
  • remarks
    The II Class Cross varies in size. There are examples in 45mm x 45mm, 39mm x 36.5mm, and 43.5mm x 41mm.

Physical Description


A cross constructed of bronze or blackened bronze. The arms of the cross each end with a ball finial. The obverse bears a shield with the inscription "XXIV DIENSTE JAHRE" (24 years of service), encompassed by a wreath of oak and laurel. The reverse bears a shield with 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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Versions

  • Price

    $50 USD

  • Composition

    Bronze

  • Inscription

    Obv: XXIV DIENST. JAHRE

  • Size

    46x50mm

  • Maker

  • Version Remarks

    This version is composed of bronze.

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  • Price

    $50 USD

  • Composition

    Blackened Bronze

  • Inscription

    Obv: XXIV DIENST. JAHRE

  • Size

    45mm

  • Maker

  • Version Remarks

    This version is composed of blackened bronze.

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