An original Belgian Labor Decoration, 1st class. Age is unknown. Excellent condition with a nice original ribbon and rosette. 
 
The Labour Decoration (French: Décoration du Travail, Dutch: Ereteken van de Arbeid) is a Belgian labour long service medal originally established on 7 November 1847 under the name "Industrial and Agricultural Decoration".

Its statute and design were reformed in 1958, since when it has retained its present name and design. The Labour Decoration is awarded to those who use their knowledge, talent and dedication in the pursuit of their work for a specified time. It is awarded by the Belgian Ministry of Employment and Labour.