1939 and signed in black ink by the Commander of Luftgau 6
(Wehrmacht Tropen Gürtel)
Above each cockade are two reinforced ventilation holes with eyelets
the outer edge of the badge trimmed in an oak leaves and acorns motif
10K gold badge with blue enamels
Germany, Wehrmacht. A Long Service Award, II Class for 18 Years Auction 1939 and signed in black(Wehrmacht Dienstauszeichnung II. Klasse fr 18 Jahre). Instituted 16 March 1936. (1936 1945 issue). Constructed of silvered magnetic metal, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon with Heer Kriegsmarine device, consisting of a Cross Patte, the obverse bearing a central Heer style German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika, the reverse bearing a central number 18, unmarked, measuring 36. 30 mm (w) x 40. 15 mm (h), weighing 16. 2