WW2 German 25 Years Faithful Service Full Size Medal

The WW2 German 25 Years Faithful Service Full Size Medal was awarded to members of the German civil service in recognition of 25 years of loyal service. Instituted in 1938, the medal forms part of the Faithful Service Decoration (Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen) series, which recognized long-serving civilian officials. This full-size award is typically constructed from tombac or similar metals and features a blue-enameled Maltese cross with a silver border. The obverse displays the number “25” at the center, signifying the years of service, while the reverse often includes the words “Für Treue Dienste” (For Loyal Service). The medal is suspended from a blue ribbon and was usually worn on the left breast. It was not a military decoration but was intended for civil employees, including those in public administration and municipal government. This piece reflects the importance placed on longevity and dedication within the German civil service during the period of the Third Reich.