Around the edge appears the inscription:

which resembled a large penny

prior to the D-Day landings

Die-struck metal construction for precise detail and lasting durability

produced in the United Kingdom under approval from the Ministry of Defence

1914 Star Category_General Service Medals Around the edge appears theThe 1914 Star World War 1 Campaign Medal. Granted in 1917 and often called the Mons Star it was awarded to all who actually served in France or Belgium on the establishment of a unit between 5th August 1914 and midnight on 22 23 November 1914. Members of the RM, RN, RNR or RNVR who served ashore qualified but not those serving afloat. On 19th October 1919 the King announced the award of a clasp with the dates 5th Aug 22nd Nov 1914 to those that had