Austrian Fire Protection and Rescue Long Service Medal
Key Information:
• Country: Austria
• Award: Fire Protection and Rescue Service Medal
• Service Period: 25 Years
• Period: circa 1960s–1970s
• Material: Bronze
• Diameter: approx. 31.88 mm
Medal Design:
The obverse features the Austrian double-headed eagle within a laurel wreath, symbolizing state authority and merit.
The reverse bears the German inscription “Für verdienstliche Tätigkeit auf dem Gebiete des Feuerwehr- u. Rettungswesens” with the numeral 25, indicating twenty-five years of distinguished service in fire protection and rescue services.
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Condition:
Original period medal in good overall condition.
Natural patina consistent with age.
For the condition, please refer to the pictures.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
This Austrian medal was awarded to members of fire brigades and rescue services in recognition of 25 years of long, faithful, and meritorious service.
The example offered dates to the post-war Republic of Austria, most commonly issued during the 1960s–1970s, a period of rebuilding and professionalization of Austrian fire and rescue organizations.
Summary:
An original Austrian Fire Protection and Rescue Service Medal awarded for 25 years of service.
A solid and honest collectible from the post-war Austrian Republic, complete with original ribbon.
For the condition, please refer to the pictures.