Hesse, Grand Duchy. A 9-Year Long Service Medal
(Dienstauszeichnung für 9 Jahre). Instituted 30 July 1913 by Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig. (1913-1918 issue). Constructed of nickel silver, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, the obverse with a central crown circumscribed by an inscription of “TREUE DIENSTE BEI DER FAHNE” (“FAITHFUL SERVICE TO THE FLAG”), the reverse with a number “9” in Roman numerals, unmarked, measuring 30.90 mm in diameter, weighing 11.7 grams, in extremely fine condition.

