WW2 medals including the Africa Star
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The Australia Service Medal 1939-1945 is an Australian military decoration that was created to recognize the service of Australian personnel during World War II. The medal was established in 1949 and was awarded to those who served in the Australian Armed Forces, or in any other capacity, in a theatre of war between the years 1939 and 1945.
Design
The medal features the effigy of King George VI on the obverse, surrounded by the inscription "GEORGIVS VI D:G: BR:OMN: REX ET INDIAE IMP:". The reverse side of the medal bears the Australian Coat of Arms, surrounded by the inscription "THE AUSTRALIA SERVICE MEDAL 1939-1945".
Ribbon
The ribbon of the medal features a central stripe of light khaki, flanked by narrow stripes of red, with a dark blue border on the left, and light blue on the right. The colours represent the branches of the Imperial Defence Force.
The Australia Service Medal 1939-1945 recognizes the vital role that Australian service personnel played during World War II, both at home and abroad. It is a symbol of the bravery, dedication, and sacrifice of those who served in the Australian Armed Forces during this significant period in history. The medal is a reminder of the significant contributions that Australians made during World War II, and it is a testament to the legacy of the brave men and women who served their country during this challenging time.
SPECIFICATIONS:Every replica medal can be supplied loose or mounted ready to wear. Here's how the options differ, so you can choose the right one.
The medals are fixed to a stiff backing board so they sit flat and stay in line while worn. It's the neatest presentation, and serving members of the Australian Defence Force are required to wear their medals court mounted.
Each medal hangs freely from its ribbon below a top bar. This was the usual style from the Boer War through to World War II, and there are no fixed rules about who can wear it.
Just the ribbons, mounted in order of precedence on a small bar. Ribbon bars are worn on uniform day to day, when full medals would be impractical.
The medal and ribbon come as separate parts, ready for you or your mounter to assemble. Full size medals come with 30cm of ribbon and miniatures with 15cm.
Miniatures are mounted the same way at a smaller scale. They're worn at evening and formal events, generally anything after 6pm such as dinners, where full size medals would be impractical.
Every style comes with a traditional pin or a magnetic fitting. Magnetic mounts hold firmly without putting holes in your jacket or uniform, and are easier to put on and take off, which helps anyone with limited dexterity.
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A present to my son from the Grandfather he never had the pleasure of meeting.. Great quality and presentation. Thank you.
A present to my son from the Grandfather he never had the pleasure of meeting.. Great quality and presentation. Thank you.
A present to my son from the Grandfather he never had the pleasure of meeting.. Great quality and presentation. Thank you.
A present to my son from the Grandfather he never had the pleasure of meeting.. Great quality and presentation. Thank you.
Ribbon is sold by the centimetre. Choose the length you need:
