Germany. A 40 Year & 25 Year Civil Faithful Service Cross certificate_of_authenticity Shortly after his promotion to

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

the reverse marked “J

arriving in Halifax on May 9th

marked "BAYER

Germany. A 40 Year & 25 Year Civil Faithful Service Cross certificate_of_authenticity Shortly after his promotion toA 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