A high-quality contemporary miniature of the Volunteer Force Long Service Medal issued during the reign of King Edward VII, produced for wear on mess dress or undress uniform. This version represents the Colonial Issue, awarded to members of Volunteer Forces serving throughout the British Empire outside the United Kingdom.
Description
A finely detailed miniature faithfully replicating the design of the original Edwardian medal:
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Form: Circular medal in silvered metal.
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Obverse: Bare-headed profile of King Edward VII facing left with the legend “EDWARDVS VII REX IMPERATOR” — the imperial title confirming the Colonial Issue.
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Reverse: The inscription “FOR LONG SERVICE IN THE VOLUNTEER FORCE” in four lines, surrounded by a laurel wreath tied at the base.
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Suspension: Correct swivek straight bar suspender, as per the full-size Colonial issue.
Approximate Specifications
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Diameter: ~18 mm
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Material: Silvered white metal
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Ribbon Width: ~16 mm
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Suspension: Fixed bar mount
Condition
Very good. A crisp and attractive miniature with excellent detail to the King’s effigy and to the laurel-wreathed reverse. Ribbon remains clean and properly mounted.
