This medal in gold (value 18, 12, and 6 ducats) shows on one side the effigy of the Grand Duke, the founder, and is worn at the buttonhole, suspended by an orange coloured ribbon. It was founded in tlie reign of Grand Duke Charles Frederick, and is conferred on civil officers of inferior rank for long and loyal service, as well as on private individuals who have given assistance in accidents of fire and water, or distinguished themselves in the useful arts and industry.
Source : the book of orders of knighthood and decorations of honour of all nations, sir Bernard BURKE, 1858
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