Germany, Ordnungspolizei. A Long Service Award, I Class for 25 Years with Case

(Dienstauszeichnung der Polizei II. Klasse für 18 Jahre mit Etui). Instituted 30 January 1938. (1938-1944). Constructed of gilded bronze, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Pattée with pebbled arms, the obverse bearing a central raised Ordnungspolizei insignia in the form of an oval oak leaf wreath overlaid by a German national eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, the reverse bearing central oval medallion overlaid by a raised inscription of “FÜR TREUE DIENSTE IN DER POLIZEI” (“FOR FAITHFUL SERVICE IN THE POLICE”), the suspension loop maker marked with Präsidialkanzlei code “16” for Alois Rettenmaier, Schwäbisch-Gmünd, measuring 43.22 mm (w) x 48.09 mm (h), weighing 22.4 grams, accompanied by its original presentation case, constructed of a wooden frame with a faux dark green leather exterior liner, the lid bearing a gilt number “25” situated within a circular oak leaf wreath, the interior with a white rayon lid liner and grey felt medal bed, closing with a functional metal spring catch with exterior stud release, unmarked, measuring 50 mm (w) x 100 mm (l) x 20 mm (h), demonstrating moderate material fatigue throughout the case, in overall better than very fine condition.