Civic Decoration of Belgium is awarded for long service and exceptional merit in civil service or charitable organizations.
1. Civic Decoration First Class (Left Medal)
Material & Appearance: Gold-colored medal in the shape of a Maltese cross with a circular central medallion.
Central Motif: The center bears an ornate monogram "LR" (Leopold II Rex), signifying the era of King Leopold II.
Additional Details:
The spaces between the arms of the cross contain stylized floral or decorative embellishments.
The border around the central monogram is finely dotted.
The ribbon is red with three vertical black stripes.
The reverse side shows the same cross pattern.
Condition Observations:
The ribbon appears slightly worn with some fraying at the edges.
The medal shows signs of age, particularly with patina on the metal.
2. Civic Decoration Second Class (Right Medal)
Material & Appearance: Silver-colored variant of the same Maltese cross design.
Central Motif: The same "LR" monogram in the center.
Additional Details:
The floral embellishments between the arms of the cross are present, similar to the First-Class medal.
The ribbon is also red with three black stripes.
The backside retains the same general design.
Condition Observations:
The ribbon is more visibly worn, with frayed edges and loose threads.
The silver finish has some oxidation and tarnishing, which is expected with age.
General Remarks:
These medals were awarded for long-standing public service or contributions to society.
The First Class (gold-colored) was given for a longer period of service compared to the Second Class (silver-colored).
Both medals have their original ribbons, though they show signs of wear and tear.