Germany, Third Reich. A 50-Year Civil Faithful Service Cross, with Case, by Deschler & Sohn
(Treudienst Ehrenzeichen). A cross constructed of silvered and gilded tombac, constructed in the shape of a cross pattée with an oak leaf wreath running between the cross’s arms, the obverse centre presents a black-enamelled swastika, with the upper arm of the cross bearing the numeral 50 in gold, the reverse centre presents the inscription FÜR TREUE ARBEIT (FOR LOYAL SERVICE), measuring 41.42 mm (w) x 45.79 mm (h), on loop for suspension from period original cornflower blue ribbon featuring a horizontally sewn-on pinback, and in near very fine condition. Accompanied by its original case of issue, constructed of heavy pressed paper, with a red faux leather exterior, the exterior of the lid is embossed with the number 50 and a three-quarter wreath, the upper interior lid is white satin, bearing the manufacturer’s logo for DESCHLER & SOHN MÜNCHEN 9, with a functional spring catch, intact interior fabric hinge cover, and a functional exterior metal hinge, measuring 48 mm (w) x 102 mm (l) x 17 mm (h), and in good condition.

