Canadian Army Korean War Named Service Medal Full Size

This listing is for a full-size Canadian Army Korean War Named Service Medal. Instituted in 1951, the Canadian Korea Medal was awarded to members of the Canadian armed forces who served during the Korean War between 1950 and 1953. The medal is composed of cupro-nickel and features the effigy of King George VI on the obverse side, encircled by the inscription “GEORGIVS VI DEI GRA: REX ET IND: IMP:” The reverse side bears the symbol of the United Nations featuring a world map. The attached ribbon displays alternating vertical stripes of blue, yellow, and white, representing the official United Nations colors. This particular example is named, with the recipient’s details engraved on the edge, as issued to members of the Canadian Army. Such medals hold significance as historic military decorations and serve as tangible recognition of individual service in Canada’s involvement in the Korean War.