German Awards - Gold Employment Service Commemorative Signs

The commemorative badge of labor service shown here in gold, the highest level, is extremely rare. Only 2 awards have been proven. On August 19, 1935, Reichsführer of Labor Konstantin Jerl and Reichsstatthalter Wilhelm Friedrich Loper were awarded an honorary badge in gold. This memorial sign was established on September 30, 1933 by the Anhalt State Ministry. The establishment was carried out in gold, silver and bronze steps with the consent of the Reichsstattalter in Braunschweig and Anhalt Wilhelm Friedrich Loper, as well as in agreement with the Reichsführer of Labor Konstantin Jerl. The charter was issued only on July 31, 1935. The reason for the creation of the fund was the transition of the Anhalt State Labor Service of Men to the Imperial Labor Service (RAD). It may be recalled that the Anhalt Labour Service was the first of its kind in Germany and may be called the germ cell of the Imperial Labour Service. Gold level should only be awarded for employment promoters. Other awards are possible, but not confirmed. The degree in silver was awarded mainly to Gauarbaitführer, Ober-Arbaitführer, Arbaitführer and the highest degrees of field masters. On August 19, 1935, Minister of State Dr. Freiberg awarded a total of 50 people a silver degree. Persons who worked in the Anhalt labor service for at least 20 weeks and led it well, as well as took an active part in the creation of the State Employment Service and earned special merits were awarded. The silver badge of honor is also known for a screw disc instead of a brochure. The company of Ferdinand Blasberg in Dessau was engaged in the production of the badge of honor. The presentation included a certificate. The badge of honor was allowed to be worn outside the service on the uniform of the Wehrmacht. Insignia exist without the 1932 number. However, their presentation is not proven. The so-called 1. The award-only form, but not expended, must remain open. The exact award figures are also unknown for the bronze commemorative badge. Source: Gerd Scharfenberg, Order and Badge of Honor of the Anhalt States, 1999.

A relief, slightly curved badge of honor in the form of a swastika placed on top. This is from matte gilded bronze. In the center is a round medallion. On the back is a vertical brochure.

Front side:

• The central medallion (23 mm) is surrounded by a raised pearl border.
• The enclosed field is roughly punctured. On it, the letters - A - A - D - are enlarged.
• The middle - A - is set higher by about 1/2. Under the letter number of the year - 1932 -.
• The swastika's cruciform shoulders are smooth, gilded and slightly beveled at the edges.

Downside:

• Smooth and gilded.
• Vertical brochure with needle and locknut.

Photo: Private collection of Maximilian Ferdinand Leopold Prince of Anhalt

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