Dutch Army Medal for Long, Honest and Faithful Service II Class circa 1880
Key Information:
• Country: Netherlands
• Award: Army Long Service Medal
• Class: II Class
• Period: circa 1880
• Diameter: approx. 37.05 mm
• Material: Silvered metal (typical for class)
Medal Design:
Obverse: Dutch royal crowned coat of arms placed over military trophies including flags, cannon, drums and weapons. Surrounding inscription reads:
“VOOR TROUWE DIENST”
Translation:
“For Faithful Service.”
Reverse: Crowned shield with ornate royal monogram framed by decorative mantling.
Ribbon: Yellow ribbon with dark blue edge stripes representing Dutch long service military awards.
Condition:
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
• Medal shows honest age toning and surface wear consistent with period
• Details of coat of arms and trophies remain clear
• Ribbon shows heavy wear, fraying and fabric loss
• Suspension ring intact
• No visible repairs observed
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Netherlands Army Medal for Long, Honest and Faithful Service was awarded to recognize extended exemplary service in the Dutch armed forces. The II Class medal generally denoted significant multi-year service and was awarded during the late 19th century. Early examples from the monarchy period are collectible among European military decoration collectors.
Summary:
Original Netherlands Army Long Service Medal II Class, circa 1880. Attractive historic Dutch military decoration with strong detail and original period ribbon showing age.