Germany. A 40 Year & 25 Year Civil Faithful Service Cross certificate_of_authenticity Fabricated from fine aluminum bullion

Fabricated from fine aluminum bullion wire

1897 to August 8

A fair nucleus of Cape Field Artillery men stayed with the brigade

On July 20

Germany. A 40 Year & 25 Year Civil Faithful Service Cross certificate_of_authenticity Fabricated from fine aluminum bullionA mint and unissued 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. 38 mm x 41. 25 mm; weighing 23. 9 grams. The 25 Year Long Service Cross constructed of silvered bronze with black enamels; on loop for suspension with its horizontal pinback; measuring 40. 92 mm x 40. 82 mm; weighing 21. 6