WWII German Civil Service Faithful Service Decoration 1st Class in Gold for 40 Years

WWII German Civil Service Faithful Service Decoration 1st Class in Gold for 40 Years (Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen 1. Stufe)

1. Item Overview & Specifications

Up for auction is an authentic World War II German Civil Service Faithful Service Decoration, 1st Class in Gold (Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen 1. Stufe für 40 Jahre), complete with its original ribbon and mounting pin. Artifact Type: Civil Service Faithful Service Decoration, 1st Class (Gold / 40 Years). Award Criteria: Awarded to civil servants, state officials, and public service employees for 40 years of honorable service. Obverse Emblem: Black enameled swastika set inside a square central panel on a textured cross. Reverse Inscription: “Für treue Dienste” (For Faithful Service) in raised Gothic lettering. Ribbon & Mount: Original cornflower blue ribbon with built-in horizontal mounting pin bar.

2. Design & Manufacturing Features

Gilded Cross & Wreath: Crafted with a vibrant gold-gilded finish, featuring a detailed oak leaf wreath surrounding the textured cross arms with polished outer edges. Enameled Center: Features a pristine, glossy black enameled swastika centered on the obverse face. Reverse Panel: Crisp central square panel displaying the classic Gothic phrase “Für treue Dienste” set against a stippled background.

3. Ribbon & Mounting Assembly

Cornflower Blue Ribbon: Original fine-woven grosgrain silk ribbon in correct cornflower blue (kornblumenblau). Uniform Pin Attachment: Features an original factory-attached horizontal safety pin bar stitched to the top back of the ribbon for easy tunic/uniform display.

4. Condition

In excellent, high-grade period condition. The gold finish remains bright and clean with minimal surface patina. The central black enamel is completely intact without chips or cracks. The ribbon retains strong blue color with a fully functional pin mechanism.

Note: This item is offered strictly for historical, educational, scientific, and militaria collecting purposes. This listing does not promote or endorse any totalitarian ideologies.

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