Military Long Service Decoration, Type III, III Class Bar for 9 Years

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SKU: 02.SAX.0111.104.01.000

Estimated market value:

$100 USD

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Estimated market value:

$100 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Blackened Iron/Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: E

Physical Description and Item Details


A rectangular pebbled clasp constructed of blackened iron, with a raised smooth edge constructed of silver. The obverse centre features the crowned monogram ā€˜Eā€™ (Ernst). The reverse features a horizontal pinback. On a ribbon bar.

History


The Military Long Service Decoration was instituted by Duke Joseph Friedrich Ernst on January 1, 1836. The decoration was conferred upon military personnel who rendered numerous years of irreproachable service. The award consisted of a cross for officers and a series of bars for Sergeants, non-commissioned officers, army musicians, and enlisted ranks.

When service years were calculated, war years counted for double and holiday time counted for half.

The Type III decorations feature the monogram of Duke Ernst I. They were also conferred upon military personnel who rendered long and faithful service in a non-combat role.

As of 1869, the awards for non-commissioned officers and enlisted ranks were issued for 21, 15, and 9 years of service.

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