
Fritz Heckert Medal
Maker: FDGB
Date Made: 1959
Country: German Democratic Republic
Materials: paper; string; synthetic material
Measurements: 12 1/2 in x 8 3/4 in; 31.75 cm x 22.225 cm
A FDGB deed encased in a red, wooden box. The deed inside says: "Urkunde; Als Zeichen der Anerkennung für hervorragende Verdienste in der Gewerkschaftsarbeit wird MAX SCHÄFER die FRITZ HECKERT MEDAILLE verliehen. Berlin, Den 23 Marz 1959; Freier Deutscher Gewerkschaftsbund; Bundesvorstand," (Translation: "Deed, as a sign of recognition for outstanding contributions in the union labor MAX SCHAEFER is awarded the FRITZ MEDAL Heckert. Berlin, The 23 March 1959 Free German Trade Union Federation, the Federal Executive"). The outer case has a man's portrait in high relief with FDGB below his portrait.
Accession Number: 2011.900.841