Gold Grade (bronze gilt, 35.3 mm x 58 mm inclusive of its crossed swords and wreath suspension, replacement ribbon); and Silver Grade (silvered bronze, 35.3 mm x 60 mm inclusive of its crossed swords and wreath suspension, lightly soiled original ribbon with hook and eye, contact marks). Near extremely fine and very fine, respectively.
Footnote: The medal was instituted in 1903 for police, as well as civilians, for preserving or restoring public order. In 1916, the award became a war decoration for bravery in the face of the enemy and crossed swords were added to the suspension.

