Wilhelm Long Service Medal, Type II, in Silver

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SKU: 02.HAN.0114.202.01.000

Estimated market value:

$150 USD

  • Wilhelm Long Service Medal, Type II, in Silver Obverse
  • Wilhelm Long Service Medal, Type II, in Silver Reverse
  • Wilhelm Long Service Medal, Type II, in Silver Obverse
  • Wilhelm Long Service Medal, Type II, in Silver Reverse

Estimated market value:

$150 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Rev: FÜR SECHSZEHN JÄHRIGE TREUE DIENSTE Rim: [RECIPIENT'S NAME]
  • Size
    25-26mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A circular medal constructed of silver. The obverse bears the bust of King Ernst August. The reverse bears the inscription "FÜR SECHSZEHN JÄHRIGE TREUE DIENSTE" (for 16 years of loyal service). The edge of the medal is engraved with the recipient's name. On a loop for suspension, with a red and navy blue striped ribbon.

History


The Wilhelm Long Service Medal was founded on March 2, 1837 by King Wilhelm IV. The medal was conferred upon members of the Hanoverian Army to recognize long and meritorious service. The medal was designed by the engraver Fritz in Brunswick. When calculating service time, years at war were counted twice.

The Silver Medal was conferred upon individuals with the rank of Non-Commissioned Officer to Soldier for 16 years of service.

The Type II medal was awarded from 1841 to 1846. It features the portrait of King Ernst August.

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