Germany, Federal Republic. A Border Protection Long Service Award, Alternative 1957 Version GTRexclude Instituted 10 March 1813 by

Instituted 10 March 1813 by King Friedrich Wilhelm III

In gilt metal

final outer circle consisting of alternating tower and thunder clouds in blue enamel

measuring 90 mm (w) x 50 mm (h)

but the set is in an otherwise near extremely fine condition

Germany, Federal Republic. A Border Protection Long Service Award, Alternative 1957 Version GTRexclude Instituted 10 March 1813 by(Zollgrentzschutz Ehrenzeichen). A cross pattee constructed of bronzed alloy; the obverse depicting an open ended wreath; the reverse inscribed FR TREUE DIENSTE IM ZOLLGRENTZSCHUTZ (German For Loyal Service in Border Protection) within an open ended wreath; on a double loop for suspension from a period correct ribbon; measuring 42. 80 mm (w) x 42. 93 mm (h); weighing 34. 6 grams; in mint condition.