Decoration for Domestic Servants and Labour, Silver Cross

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SKU: 02.SBS.0113.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$600 USD

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Estimated market value:

$600 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver/Silver gilt
  • Inscription
    Obv: FÜR TREUE IN DER ARBEIT Rev: M
  • Size
    42x83mm
  • Version Remarks
    45 were awarded. 13 of the crosses were produced by jeweller Hugo Boer, Sondershausen.

Physical Description and Item Details


A smooth Latin cross, constructed of silver and silver gilt. On top of the 12 o’clock arm is a golden immobile crown. The cross arms feature the inscription ‘FÜR TREUE IN DER ARBEIT’. Where the cross arms meet is the crowned monogram ‘M’. On a loop for suspension, on a black ribbon.

History


The Decoration for Domestic Servants and Labour was founded on October 20, 1896, by Prince Carl Günther of Schwarzburg-Sondershausen. The Silver Cross was conferred upon female domestic servants and labourers who rendered 40 years of irreproachable and uninterrupted service with the same employer. Individuals who served in the prince’s household were eligible to receive the award after 25 years of irreproachable service.

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