Medal frame for 5 medals and inscription

This is the second type miniature

A second award bar ornamented by an eagle may be issued to DFC

Historically

Faithful reproduction of the original award

Imperial Service Miniature Medal EIIR Category_ Miniature Long & Meritorious Service Medal frame for 5 medalsThis miniature represents the second type of Imperial Service Medal EIIR, with over 150,000 recipients to date. Established on 8 August 1902 by King Edward VII, the Imperial Service Medal was bestowed upon civil servants (upon retirement) who have served at least 25 years in the United Kingdom, or a minimum of 16 years in the former British colonies and protectorates, as per the statutes of the Imperial Service Order. Recipients of the Imperial