The General Service Medal is a campaign medal of the United Kingdom, introduced in 1962 to replace both the General Service Medal, as awarded to the Army and RAF, and the Naval General Service Medal. This medal carries the Northern Ireland clasp, instituted for award for personnel involved in various operations during The Troubles. 
 
This superb quality reproduction features all of the detailing of an original and comes complete with the iconic green and purple ribbon. It is of solid metal construction, silver plated, and with a very good weight.
 
Full size 10cm x 4cm (Ribbon 5cm)
 
Please note this item comes swing mounted with clasp, Court Mounting Options are available. 
 
This item would be perfect to wear in place of an issue medal or for displaying on Uniforms or as part of a collection. It would also make a very good Theatrical prop, teaching aid or could be part of a high quality fancy dress outfit.
 
Also available in miniature and also as a miniature with a longer ribbon (for court mounting etc.). Please take a look at our other items. 
 
Very collectable - a great piece of History.  An excellent gift idea - perfect for anyone with an interest in Militaria.  Please ask us a question if there is anything at all that you would like to know.