Army Long Service Bar, 1870, II Class for 15 Years

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SKU: 02.ANH.0112.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$300 USD

  • Army Long Service Bar, 1870, II Class for 15 Years Obverse
  • Army Long Service Bar, 1870, II Class for 15 Years Reverse
  • Army Long Service Bar, 1870, II Class for 15 Years Obverse
  • Army Long Service Bar, 1870, II Class for 15 Years Reverse

Estimated market value:

$300 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: L. XV
  • Size
    43x12mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A rectangular bar constructed of silver, on a green ribbon bar. The bar is pebbled, with a Gothic letter "L", a coat of arms of Anhalt, and the Roman numeral "XV" (15). The reverse bears a pin for attachment. Measuring 43mm x 12mm. Weighing 11.6 grams.

History


The Army Long Service Bar was instituted on April 6, 1870 by Duke Leopold IV. The bar was conferred upon Non-Commissioned Officers and soldiers who rendered long and faithful service in the Anhalt Army.

The I Class Bar was for 21 years of service. The II Class Bar was for 15 years and the III Class bar was for 9 years.

The Army Long Service Bar would later be replaced by Duke Friedrich II on January 1, 1914 with the Army Long Service Decorations.

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