WW2 Canadian Volunteer Service Medal (CVSM) Full Size In Box

The WW2 Canadian Volunteer Service Medal (CVSM) Full Size in Box is an officially issued Canadian military decoration awarded to members of the Canadian forces who voluntarily served on active service during the Second World War. Established on 22 October 1943, the medal was presented to recognize active voluntary service from 3 September 1939 to 1 March 1947. The medal is made of silver and measures approximately 36 mm in diameter. The obverse features a representation of seven marching figures, symbolizing various branches of the Canadian military, surmounted by a maple leaf. The reverse displays the Royal Cypher of King George VI surrounded by the inscription “1939 CANADA 1945 VOLUNTARY SERVICE VOLONTAIRE.” The full-size medal is suspended from a distinctive ribbon with dark blue, red, and green vertical stripes. This item comes in its original issue box, consistent with period distribution to recipients. The CVSM remains a significant artifact reflecting Canada’s contribution during World War II