Military Long Service Bar, Type I, II Class for 15 Years

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SKU: 02.HSD.0110.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$150 USD

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Estimated market value:

$150 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Iron/Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: 15 DIENST JAHRE
  • Size
    39x14.5mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A rectangular pebbled clasp with a raised smooth border, constructed of iron with a silver border, featuring the inscription ‘15 DIENST JAHRE’ (15 years of service). The reverse features a horizontal pinback. On a ribbon bar, the ribbon in dark red with two broad white side stripes.

History


The Military Long Service Bar was founded by Grand Duke Ludwig III and was conferred upon Non-Commissioned Officers and soldiers to denote seniority and long service.

Type I was discontinued following the formation of the German Empire in 1871. It was replaced with Type II, which was only conferred upon Non-Commissioned Officers.

The Type I bars are quite rare, as they were only awarded for a short period of time.

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