A Mint German Border Protection (Zollgrenzschutz) Long Service Award in Case

A cased mint and unissued third reich period German Border Protection (Zollgrenzschutz) long service award; a cross pattée in bronze; the obverse with an open-ended oak leaf wreath featuring a national eagle with out-stretched wings clutching a wreathed swastika; the reverse with a matching open-ended oak leaf wreath inscribed “Für treue dienste im Zollgrenzschutz”; on loop for suspension; with its period original ribbon; measuring 46.78 mm x 42.29 mm; weighing 21.8 grams; accompanied by a fitted case; constructed of green cardstock; with a lightly textured green faux leather (leatherette) exterior; lined interior; the leatherette hinge is completely severed; measuring 104 mm x 51 mm; the award in mint condition.