Germany. A Cased 1936 XI Summer Olympic Games Service Medal

Constructed of silvered metal (magnetic); the obverse depicting a national eagle with spread wings clutching a wreathed mobile swastika infront of the Olympic bell tower; the reverse inscribed “Für Verdienstvolle Mitarbeit bei den Olympischen Spielen 1936” (German - For meritorious service at the Olympic games) with a stem of oak leaves directly beneath; on a loop for suspension from its period original ribbon featuring a sewn-on horizontal pinback; measuring 37.20 mm in diameter; weighing 18.8 grams. Accompanied by its original case of issue; constructed of heavy pressed paper, with a white faux leather (leatherette) exterior; the exterior of the lid embossed with the Olympic rings; lined interior lid, with a recessed medal bed and a recessed area for the placement of the mint and unissued period original ribbon; with a functional spring catch with stud release, fully intact interior fabric hinge cover, and a functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 66 mm (w) x 110 mm (h); in overall extremely fine condition.