great service medal 40 years

Medal for 40 Years of Loyal Service (Treudienst Ehrenzeichen 1. Stufe, 40 Jahre). The reverse reads 'Für Treue Dienste' (For Faithful Service). This medal was established on January 30, 1938, in three classes to recognize those who had worked for the government for a long time in both civilian and public service. The medal is complete with its original decorated blue ribbon. The medal is in very good condition and shows beautiful details. A beautiful original medal!