WWII GERMAN MEDAL - FAITHFUL SERVICE DECORATION - 25 YEARS
Germany had a contingent of public workers to provide services to the general public. Like in any other
nation they managed real state property, utilities, libraries, etc. Even though they were supposed to be
independent entities they were influenced by the nazi party. Therefore, the documents and awards produced
by these organizations displayed the swastika symbol.
The Faithful Service medal for public officials, employees and workers of public services was created in
order to recognize the services provided by individuals who worked at these institutions. The medal was
introduced in January 1938.
The award was issued in two types:
- Silver - 25 years
- Gold - 40 years
The sample depicted here is silver and comes with the original issue box and document.
The design of the medal consisted of a cross pattern, similar to the
Iron Cross award, with a square frame
in the center that contains a large black swastika. An oakleaf garland connects every arm
of the cross at about the midpoint.
The back of the medal has an inscription that reads "Fur Treue Dienfte", which translates to
"For Faithful Service".
The body of the medal is of silver color. A suspension ring is attached to the upper arm. The
color of the ribbon is blue. A metal catch is attached to the end via a stitch on each side.
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The box was made of cardboard. The lid was free standing. It was not attached to the main body via hinges
lik other boxes. The lid had a symbol printed in silver ink. It consisted of a number 25 with a laurel
placed at each side. The logo was positioned at the center of the lid.
The inside of the body was lines with a thin layer of felt. cardboard cutouts were placed as to fit the
shape of the medal so it could be held in place when stowed away.
All components of the box are a burgandy color.
The inside of the lid has a white paper tag glued to it. Black letters are use to write
"Rud A Karneth, gablonz/Neibe". This is likely to be the manufacturer of the award.
The award document was approximatelly 8.5" x 11" in size. It was typed in a heavier duty
paper. Yellowish color (perhaps due to aging). one of the corners of the document displays a
stamp of an eagle and swastika.
This badge is currently being
reproduced. It is becoming more difficult to
be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality of the reproductions is improving.
The collector must become familiarized with the construction style and materials employed in the
manufacturing of this badge. Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine
the authenticity of the badge.
If you have an interest is seeing other badges and awards of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Badges and Awards
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine) and
Air Force (Luftwaffe) items.
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