Physical Description

A smooth circular medal with a raised edge, constructed of silver. The obverse features the crowned and intertwined monogram ‘AFA’, superimposed on a laurel branch on the right side and an oak leaf branch on the left side, tied together by a ribbon at the bottom. The reverse features the inscription ‘FÜR LANGE U. GUTE DIENSTE’ (‘for long and good service’), surrounded by a wreath of 14 rue leaves. On a loop for suspension, on a dark green ribbon with narrow white side stripes.

History

The Long Service Decorations were instituted on December 24, 1831 by King Anton and the co-regent Friedrich August. They were awarded to non-commissioned officers and enlisted men for long and faithful service.

The Silver Medal was awarded for 15 years, while the Bronze Medal was awarded for 10 years. The obverse features the cypher AFA for Anton (König) and Friedrich August. The reverse presents the inscription “Für lange u. gute Dienste”.

The Silver Medal was cut by Karl Reinhard Krüger in 1832. In 1868, Max Barduleck began engraving the medals with minor deviations in the typeface.

In 1832 and 1868 to 1873, a total of 777 Silver Medals were minted.