G553.)CASED 40-YEAR CIVILIAN LONG SERVICE CROSS IN GOLD: handsome example of the 40-Yr LS Cross in Gold in a superb+ state of preservation. Cornflower blue ribbon with typical German pin-back arrangement. Hinged, red leatherette case with functioning spring button catch at front. Gold embossed wreath and '40' on lid. Inside is lined with plush red velvet and is compartmented to accommodate pendent and ribbon separately. Upper interior is lined with padded white satin. EXC++++