These medals are dealt with on a separate page:
Old Version.
New Version.
This was first awarded in 1985 when Miss Mies Klaver-Budding became the first participant to walk 50 marches.
The old version was similar in metal and general quality to the 10 and 11 year cross. The only difference was in the colour of the arms of the cross and the laurel behind. A new plaque design was introduced for the year number on the ribbon.
The new version is of silver gilt, and is hallmarked with both the maker’s name [WvV] and the Dutch silver hallmark [†] in the centre of the reverse. While following the old design, the cross is of very high workmanship and the enamel of better quality. The top bar is also hallmarked silver gilt with a better quality pin clasp.
Including 2012, over 100 walkers have been awarded the 50 year cross. This includes over 60 who received the old version, although they are entitled to claim the new version to wear instead if they so wish.
Old Version.
New Version.
This was first awarded in 1996 when the late Miss Annie Berkhout became the first participant to walk 60 marches. She finally completed a total of 66 marches, still the highest number completed by any walker. The first man to earn the medal was Theo de Blécourt in 1999.
The old version was similar in metal and general quality to the 10 and 11 year cross. The only difference was in the colour of the arms of the cross and the laurel behind. The design of the plaque on the ribbon bearing the number of years walked was changed slightly from that worn on the 50 year cross.
The new version is of silver gilt, being hallmarked with both the maker’s name [WvV] and the Dutch silver hallmark [†] in the centre of the reverse. While following the old design, the cross is of very high workmanship and the enamel of better quality. The top bar is also hallmarked silver gilt with a better quality pin clasp.
Including 2012, twelve walkers have been awarded the 60 year cross. This includes four who received the old version, although they are entitled to claim the new version to wear instead if they so wish.
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