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The Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) – Military Division is awarded to commissioned officers and senior non-commissioned officers for distinguished service to the armed forces. It recognises leadership, commitment, and notable contributions over a sustained period in both operational and support roles.
The medal is a cross patonce in silver-gilt with pale blue enamel on the arms. The centre bears the crowned effigy of the reigning monarch, surrounded by a ring inscribed with the Order’s motto “For God and the Empire”. The reverse shows the royal cypher. It is suspended from a ring, with a laurel wreath distinguishing military division awards. Replicas are marked with the word “COPY”.
The ribbon is rose pink with pearl grey edges and includes a narrow central pearl grey stripe to indicate the military division. The colours reflect service and honour.
The OBE – Military Division recognises substantial achievements and long-term dedication to military service. It honours officers and leaders whose work improves operations, welfare, or performance across the armed forces.
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.
For any queries, please fill out our support form as the primary way to reach us. This ensures your request is properly logged and addressed promptly by the right team. Alternatively, call us at (02) 6123 2950.
Ribbon is sold by the centimetre. Choose the length you need:
