WW2 (British) War Medal 1939-1945 - Original Issue

A British Commonwealth campaign medal presented for service during World War II. The medal was instituted in 1945 and was awarded to those who served in the Armed Forces or Merchant Navy (must have been served at sea) full-time for at least 28 days between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945.

It's an original issue, full size medal.

Issued un-named with below exceptions:
Canadian Merchant Marine
Certain Royal Canadian Mounted
Royal Indian Army
South African forces
Australian forces
** Recipients details would be found on the medal's rim.

Description:
36mm diameter struck in cupro-nickel (Canadian Forces were struck in Silver).

Obverse - depicts the crowned coinage effigy of King George VI, facing left, and the inscription; ‘GEORGIVS VI D: G: BR: OMN: REX ET INDIAE IMP:’ (George VI by the grace of God King of Great Britain and Emperor of India).

Reverse - depicts a lion standing on the body of a double-headed dragon. The dragon's heads are those of an eagle and a dragon to signify the principal occidental and oriental enemies. At the top, just right of centre are the dates; ‘1939/1945’ in two lines.

The ribbon suspender is of the plain, straight and non-swivelling style riveted to the medal.

Note: Label does not convey with purchase. Comes with a protective plastic sleeve (may not be the one pictured).

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) War Medal
* Authentic Issue *

$35.00 (Firm)

A British Commonwealth medal, instituted
in 1945 & awarded to those who served in
the Armed Forces or Merchant Navy for at
least 28 days (full-time).

Inclusive Dates:
3 September 1939 - 2 September 1945
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