Germany. A 40 Year & 25 Year Civil Faithful Service Cross certificate_of_authenticity arriving on the 15th

arriving on the 15th

Royal Mail stamped in red ink

Shortly after his promotion to Admiral in March of 1943 and being awarded his highest honour

arriving in Halifax on May 9th

(1414581 GNR

Germany. A 40 Year & 25 Year Civil Faithful Service Cross certificate_of_authenticity arriving on the 15thA mint grouping of a 40 Year and 25 Year Civil Faithful Service Cross; the 40 Year Long Service Cross constructed of gilt bronze with black enamels; on loop for suspension with its horizontal pinback; measuring 41. 40 mm (w) x 41. 36 mm (h); weighing 24. 4 grams. The 25 Year Long Service Cross constructed of silvered bronze with black enamels; on loop for suspension with its horizontal pinback; measuring 41. 63 mm (w) x 41. 20 mm (h); weighing 22. 5