Pestalozzi Medal for Faithful Service in Education - 30 Years - 1956 - Gold Class II - German Democratic Republic (GDR / NVA) Military Surplus - Good Condition

      This medal was awarded to teachers and other employees of the GDR education system in recognition of long and faithful service.

      The medal was awarded to teachers, educators, and other educational staff serving in:

• general education schools;
• preschool institutions;
• technical and engineering schools;
• vocational education institutions;
• workers' and peasants' schools;
• adult education centers.

Medal Classes

• Gold Class I – awarded for 40 years of service.
• Gold Class II – awarded for 30 years of service.
• Silver Class – awarded for 20 years of service.
• Bronze Class – awarded for 10 years of service.

Specifications

• Material: non-ferrous metal.
• Medal diameter: 32 mm.
• Ribbon bar dimensions: between 11.5 × 24.5 mm and 11.5 × 25.5 mm (version manufactured between 1973 and 1985).

Reference catalog: Barthel I, No. 160 c.

Inscriptions

Obverse:
      JOH. HEINR. PESTALOZZI (Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi)

Reverse:
      DEUTSCHE DEMOKRATISCHE REPUBLIK (German Democratic Republic).

The list below shows the conditions of each item in the military surplus category.

• Like New: The item is in excellent condition and fully functional, but it may not be shipped in its original packaging. The item has not been used and does not have a warranty certificate.

• In Good Condition: The item shows minimal wear but is fully functional. It may include original or new accessories, but is not shipped in its original packaging and may have been used for testing or demonstration. Items in this category may have variations in appearance, such as differences in color shades or other minor imperfections caused by long-term storage. They do not come with a warranty certificate.

• Used: The item shows signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions properly. Items in this category may have variations in appearance, such as differences in color shades or other minor imperfections caused by long-term storage. They do not come with a warranty certificate.

• Non-functional/DECO: The item is not operational, requiring repairs or missing components. These items are typically recommended for strictly decorative use (collections/vintage) and may show variations in appearance, such as differences in color shades or other minor imperfections caused by long-term storage. They do not come with a warranty certificate.