Prussia. A 25-Year Long Service Cross for Officers, c.1840

(Dienstauszeichnung für Offiziere für 25 Dienstjahre). Issued 1825-1920. Constructed of bronze gilt; the obverse with a central crowned Royal Monogram of Friedrich Wilhelm III; the reverse with a central “XXV” for 25-Years of Service; on loop for suspension from a period original ribbon; measuring 39.02 mm (w) x 39.00 mm (h); weighing 18.5 grams; in overall extremely fine condition.