The Medal for Outstanding Civic Service (or Medaljen for Borgerdåd in Norwegian), is the second highest-ranked medal in Norway. This prestigious award was first established by a Royal Resolution on April 10, 1819, and was subsequently modified by another Royal Resolution on April 13, 1844. The medal was conferred by the cabinet in a meeting presided over by the King, based on recommendations from the Norwegian Ministry of Justice.
The medal was divided into two grades: the first class in gold and the second class in silver. It recognized individuals who rendered exceptional service to society. However, in the spring of 2004, the medal ceased to be awarded.
In terms of the Norwegian order of precedence, recipients of the Medal for Outstanding Civic Service are ranked second, positioned after recipients of the War Cross with Sword and before holders of the Royal Norwegian Order of St. Olav.
The Medal for Outstanding Civic Service Design
The medal is circular and comes in two classes: gold for the first class and silver for the second class, symbolizing the level of achievement and distinction of the recipient.
The obverse of the medal features an intricate design, including the image of the reigning monarch at the time of its institution, surrounded by a detailed border.
The medal is suspended from a red ribbon with a central blue and white stripe.
