Belgian Commemorative Medal of the Reign of King Leopold II 1865-1905, Civil Servants Version

Belgian Commemorative Medal of the Reign of King Leopold II, awarded in 1905 to mark the 40th anniversary of Leopold II’s accession to the throne (1865–1905). The circular gilt medal was presented to members of the civil service for 20 years of loyal service during the King’s reign.

The obverse features the relief image of a cross pattée with a central medallion bearing the left profile of King Leopold II; the cross was superimposed over a wreath of laurel and oak branches along the medal’s circumference. The reverse features the same basic design except for the king’s profile, which was replaced by the years inscribed in relief on two rows, “1865 1905”

Condition
Very good

Ribbon: 36mm. Red with a central yellow divided by a narrow back stripe.