WW2 (British) Pacific Campaign Star - Authentic Issue

A British Commonwealth campaign medal presented for service during World War II. The medal was instituted in 1945 and was awarded for operational service in the Pacific Theatre between 8 December 1941 and 2 September 1945.

The medal was also awarded for certain specified service in China, Hong-Kong, Malaya, and Sumatra.

Awarded posthumously if the service period was terminated by death, disability, or wounding.

Description:
Six–pointed star, struck in yellow copper zinc alloy with a height of 44mm and a maximum width of 38mm.

The obverse has a central design of the Royal Cypher of King George VI, surmounted by a crown. The cypher is surrounded by a circlet containing the inscription; ‘THE PACIFIC STAR’.

The reverse is plain; may have recipient's name impressed (only on the medals issued to Australian and South African forces).

The ribbon is attached to the medal by a ring that passes through the uppermost point of the star.

Note: Label does not convey with purchase. Comes with protective plastic sleeve.

Note: Multiple in stock...Shipped item may not be exactly as appears in the photos - may contain slight variation in color/standard age wear.
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WW2 (British) Pacific Campaign Star
* Authentic Issue *

$70.00 (Firm)

A British Commonwealth medal, instituted
in 1945 & awarded for operational service
in the Pacific Theatre.

Inclusive Dates:
8 December 1941 - 2 September 1945
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