WW2 (British) Atlantic Campaign Star - Authentic Issue

A British Commonwealth campaign medal presented for service during World War II. The medal was instituted in 1945 and was awarded for 6 months of service afloat, in the Atlantic or "home waters". Inclusive Dates: 3 September 1939 - 8 May 1945 A service member must first have had to earn the 1939-1945 Star before commencing qualification for the Atlantic Star. Authentic Issue, Full-Size Medal. Description: Six-Pointed star, struck in yellow copper zinc alloy w/a height of 44mm and a maximum width of 38mm. Obverse: Has a central design of the Royal Cypher of King George VI, Surmounted by a crown. The cypher is surrounded by a circle containing the inscription, "The Atlantic Star" Reverse: Plain (recipients name impressed on Australian & South African Forces issued medals). Ribbon attached to the medal by a ring that passes through the uppermost point of the star. Note: Multiple in stock...Shipped item may not be exactly as appears in the photos - may contain slight variation in color/standard age wear. ----------------------------------------- WW2 (British) Atlantic Campaign Star * Authentic Issue * $65.00 (Firm) A British Commonwealth medal, instituted in 1945 & awarded for 6 months of service afloat, in the Atlantic or "home waters". Inclusive Dates: 3 September 1939 - 8 May 1945 -----------------------------------------