Germany, Wehrmacht. A Long Service Decoration, I Class For 25 Years Newly Listed 50 in diameter

50 in diameter

followed three months later by a confirmation as a Bombardier on April 15

glue residue evident on the reverse)

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Germany, Wehrmacht. A Long Service Decoration, I Class For 25 Years Newly Listed 50 in diameter(Dienstauszeichnung der Wehrmacht, I. Klasse fr 25 Jahre). Constructed of gilded magnetic metal, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with pebbled arms, the obverse bearing a central raised Heer style German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika, the reverse bearing a central raised number 25, unmarked, measuring 39. 85 mm (w) x 44. 60 mm (h), weighing 18. 9 grams, with moderate loss of finish