Army Officer Long Service Decoration, Type I (for 15 Years)

CATEGORY: Version

SKU: 02.NLD.0127.106.01.000

Estimated market value:

$250+ USD

  • Long Service Clasp (15 years) Obverse
  • Long Service Clasp (15 years) Reverse

Estimated market value:

$250+ USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Netherlands
  • Composition
    Silver/Silver gilt
  • Inscription
    Obv: XV
  • Size
    32x25mm
  • Version Remarks
    The images are attributed to Medal-Medaille. More information can be found here:http://www.medal-medaille.com/sold/product_info.php?cPath=498_32&products_id=1626

History


The Army Officer Long Service Decoration was established by Royal Decree in 1844. It is currently awarded to Officers and reserve Officers of the Dutch Army in recognition of long service. It had also been previously awarded to Officers and reserve Officers of the Dutch Indian Army.

All recipients receive the decoration for 15 years of service and can upgrade their decorations at their own expense after every 5 additional years of service.

The Army Officer Long Service Decoration is classified into two types based on changes in form. Type I decorations are gilded buckles, while Type II decorations are gilded crosses. Both types feature the number of service years in the centre of the decoration and both are worn on orange, blue, and white striped ribbons.

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