WW2 Canadian 1939 to 1945 War Medal In Box Full Size

The WW2 Canadian 1939 to 1945 War Medal is a full-size campaign medal issued to eligible personnel of the Canadian armed forces who served during the Second World War. Instituted in 1945, the medal was awarded to members who completed at least 28 days of full-time service between September 3, 1939, and September 2, 1945. The cupro-nickel medal features the crowned effigy of King George VI on the obverse and a lion standing astride a double-headed dragon on the reverse, symbolizing victory over the Axis powers. The ribbon consists of red, white, and blue stripes, reflecting the colors of the Union Jack. This example is housed in its original box, as issued. The medal holds historical significance as an official recognition of service during a major global conflict and is a standard component of Canadian Second World War medal groupings.