Military Long Service Decoration, Silver Bar for 8 Years

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SKU: 02.SHO.0101.104.01.000

Estimated market value:

$700 USD

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Estimated market value:

$700 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: VIII
  • Size
    33x12mm
  • Version Remarks
    This award is rare.

Physical Description and Item Details


A finely pebbled rectangular clasp with a raised smooth border, constructed of silver. The obverse features the smooth and raised Roman numeral ‘VIII’. The reverse features a horizontal pinback. On a ribbon bar, on a ribbon of equal parts blue, white, and red (from left to right). 5 grams.

History


The Military Long Service Decorations for non-commissioned officers were introduced on November 17, 1849 by the provisional government of Schleswig-Holstein. They were conferred upon military personnel who rendered long and faithful service.

The Silver Bar for 8 Years was conferred upon non-commissioned officers.

The bar was displayed on a ribbon.

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