A Cased German 40-Year Faithful Service Cross; First Class by Deschler & Sohn

A textbook example of a Faithful Service Cross awarded for 40 year’s service; in gilded bronze and black enamels; on loop for suspension; with its period-original cornflower blue ribbon; measuring 40.80 mm x 40.75 mm; weighing 22.1 grams. Accompanied by its original case of issue; constructed of heavy cardstock; with a lightly textured red faux leather (leatherette) exterior; interior lined with white satin and maker marked “Deschler & Sohn, München”; functional push button release; severed interior fabric hinge cover; functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 102 mm x 49 mm; extremely fine condition.