Military Long Service Decoration, Bar for 21 Years ('E' version)

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SKU: 02.SXC.0106.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$400 USD

  • Military Long Service Decoration, Bar for 21 Years ('E' version) Obverse

Estimated market value:

$400 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver gilt
  • Inscription
    Obv: E
  • Size
    40x13.5mm
  • Version Remarks
    This version was awarded between 1846 and 1888. Specimens made of bronze gilt are known to exist.
  • Image Licensing
    The image of the Military Long Service Decoration, Bar for 21 Years ('E' version) is attributed to Andreas Thies, Catalog 50, July 14, 2012. Please see the following page for more information: https://www.andreas-thies.de/onTEAM/grafik/A50_129_160.pdf

Physical Description and Item Details


A rectangular pebbled clasp with a raised smooth border, constructed of silver gilt. The obverse centre features the crowned monogram ā€˜Eā€™. The reverse features a horizontal pinback. On a ribbon bar.

History


The Military Long Service Decoration was originally founded by Duke Ernst II to reward the long and faithful service of officers, non-commissioned officers, and enlisted men in the military.

The bars were awarded to non-commissioned officers and enlisted men.

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