How do you identify a war medal?

Look closely at the outside edge or the back of your medal. If it is the original medal it will generally have some identifying information inscribed – their name, rank or service number. For Australian Forces they were general impressed or engraved around the edge of the circular medals or on the back for the Stars.

What do the colours on war medals mean?

With many of the ribbons, particularly the Second World War series, it should be noted that often the three Forces are represented by their respective colours of dark blue for Navy, red for Army and light blue for Air-Force. The Australia Service Medal by the colour of our soil.

What medals were awarded in the Boer War?

Two campaign medals were issued for the Boer War during this period – the Queen’s South Africa Medal and, after the death of Queen Victoria, the King’s South Africa Medal. Eligible Australians were awarded one or two medals according to their period of service.

Are old war medals worth anything?

Medals in good condition are more valuable. If you have the original papers and presentation box for your medal, it will be worth more than a medal on its own. Sometimes the story behind a military medal will also influence it’s value. Some collectors will pay more for medals that were awarded to certain soldiers.

What kind of medals did Australia get during the Boer War?

Two medals were issued during this period – the Queen’s South Africa Medal, and after the death of Queen Victoria in 1901, the King’s South Africa Medal. Eligible Australians were awarded one or two medals based on their service period.

Where do I Find my Boer War Medal?

Hot Tip Look closely at the outside edge or the back of your medal. If it is the original medal it will generally have some identifying information inscribed – their name, rank or service number. For Australian Forces they were general impressed or engraved around the edge of the circular medals or on the back for the Stars.

How many clasps were awarded in the Second Boer War?

Twenty-six clasps were awarded with the Queen’s South Africa Medal, indicating the actions and campaigns of the Second Boer War, the maximum awarded to any one recipient being nine. They were authorised in Army Order 94, April 1902, as amended.

What was the Order of precedence for the Second Boer War?

The South African order of precedence of the Second Boer War campaign medals, in order of the date of the campaign for which awarded, is as follows: 1 The Queen’s South Africa Medal. 2 The Medalje voor de Anglo-Boere Oorlog. 3 The Lint voor Verwonding. 4 The King’s South Africa Medal.

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