Belgian military insignia of grade 1 1 grade sample 1873

Bronze, stamping. On the original tape with a strap. Excellent condition. Albert I monogram on the reverse suggests that the award was issued for participation in the First World war. The guarantee of authenticity.

Established in December 22, 1873, was Awarded to non-commissioned officers and men of the Belgian army, showed courage and dedication in combat with the enemy, as well as seniority. Since 1952, award this mark of distinction was extended to officers. In some cases, this distinction could be awarded to foreigners. Has two classes: 1st class - to be awarded for years of service (2nd degree - 10 years of service, starting from the age of 16 years, grade 1 for 15 years of service and five years after receiving 2nd degree). 2nd class - an award for courage, outstanding achievements and dedication. Classes are distinguished by ribbons. Each class has two degrees: 1st degree - awarding the officers and non-commissioned officers, 2nd degree - for award of ordinary. 1st degree is different gilded bronze Chevron angles tip up, attached on the ribbon. Awarded for bravery is worn on the ribbon of the silver palm bearing the monogram of king albert I (1st World war) or Leopold (2nd World war), after 1954, these monograms have been cancelled. Mothers of dead soldiers are allowed to wear this award; in this case, the tape fastens the placket in black. The ribbon of the 1st class of alternating three narrow stripes of the national colors: red, yellow and black; 2nd class - red with black, yellow and red stripes on the sides.