Germany, Federal Republic. A Border Protection Long Service Award, Alternative 1957 Version Auction clockwise from the top left:

clockwise from the top left: "D-DAY

with alternating green and blue enameling

also identifies "Shrapnel" hole

with a widow’s ribbon

the book measures 10

Germany, Federal Republic. A Border Protection Long Service Award, Alternative 1957 Version Auction clockwise from the top left:(Zollgrentzschutz Ehrenzeichen). A cross pattee constructed of bronzed alloy; the obverse depicting an open ended wreath; the reverse inscribed FR TREUE DIENSTE IM ZOLLGRENTZSCHUTZ (German For Loyal Service in Border Protection) within an open ended wreath; on a double loop for suspension from a period correct ribbon; measuring 42. 80 mm (w) x 42. 93 mm (h); weighing 34. 6 grams; in mint condition.