Original German WWII 25-Year Faithful Service Cross (Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen 2. Stufe für 25 Jahre), complete with its original ribbon and maker-marked presentation case.
Instituted in 1938, this decoration was awarded for twenty-five years of loyal service in the German public service.
The silver-finished cross features a black enameled swastika at the center of the obverse, surrounded by an oak leaf wreath visible between the arms of the cross.
The reverse bears the raised inscription “Für treue Dienste” (For Faithful Service).
The award retains its original dark blue ribbon, complete with the horizontal pinback attachment for wear.
Of particular interest, the medal is accompanied by its original red presentation case. The lid displays the silver “25” within a cogwheel design identifying the 25-year grade.
The interior of the lid retains its original manufacturer’s label:
WÄCHTLER & LANGE
MITTWEIDA I. SA.
A very attractive and complete maker-identified example, with the original medal, ribbon, suspension pin and presentation case remaining together.
Period: Third Reich / WWII
Country: Germany
Award: Faithful Service Decoration
German Name: Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen
Grade: 2nd Class – 25 Years
Instituted: 1938
Manufacturer: Wächtler & Lange
Location: Mittweida i. Sa., Germany
Construction: Silver-Finished Metal with Black Enamel
Ribbon: Original Dark Blue Ribbon
Case: Original Red Presentation Case
Case Marking: Silver “25” within Cogwheel
Maker Label: Wächtler & Lange, Mittweida i. Sa.
Condition: Excellent overall. The cross retains an attractive silver finish with well-preserved black enamel. Original ribbon and pinback remain present. The presentation case shows normal age and handling wear, particularly along the edges and corners, while retaining its original interior lining and manufacturer’s label.
