Fire Brigade Merit Cross 2nd Class (Feuerwehr-Ehrenzeichen II.Stufe). The Fire Brigade decorations for merit and long service were instituted on 22 December 1936, in two classes. The 2nd Class was given for 25 years of satisfactory service. The cross is complete with its original full length 24cms long sized ribbon. The medal is not visible maker marked. The cross is in perfect condition and has no enemal damage, the details on the cross are really pronounced and stunning. Nice example in very good condition!