Germany, SS. A Long Service Award, II Class for 12 Years

(Dienstauszeichnung der SS, II. Klasse für 12 Jahre). Instituted 30 January 1938. (1938-1941 issue). Constructed of silvered bronze, on loop for suspension from a period replacement ribbon, consisting of a swastika with ribbed arms, the obverse bearing raised central double Sig runes, set within a circular oak leaf wreath, the reverse bearing an inscription of “FÜR TREUE DIENSTE IN DER SS” (“FOR FAITHFUL SERVICE IN THE SS”), unmarked, measuring 37.85 mm (w) x 42.18 mm (h), weighing 25.8 grams, in extremely fine condition.