The prestigious Naval Volunteer Reserve Decoration recognises dedicated officers who have served efficiently for over 20 years in the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve. It symbolises their unwavering commitment to defending the United Kingdom. Read more..
The Naval Volunteer Reserve Decoration, also known as the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve (RNVR) Officers' Decoration, is an esteemed British military award instituted in 1908. This decoration serves to acknowledge the long and efficient service of commissioned officers in the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve.
Eligibility for the Naval Volunteer Reserve Decoration requires the following:
This decorative medal, made of silver-gilt, features a design deeply rooted in naval tradition. The suspender, formed as a silver-gilt cable tied in a knot, symbolizes the naval link. The circular medallion, measuring 36 millimeters in diameter, features the reigning monarch's royal cypher on the obverse side. The reverse bears the inscription 'ROYAL NAVAL VOLUNTEER RESERVE'.
The ribbon for the decoration is 38 millimeters wide and dark blue in color, representing the naval heritage of the award.
Recipients of the Naval Volunteer Reserve Decoration carry a distinguished recognition of their extended service and commitment to their duties in the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve. This award serves as a lasting testament to their significant contribution to the defense of the United Kingdom.
If you order your medal unmounted, the medal and ribbon will be supplied as separate components. Miniature medals will be supplied with 15cm of ribbon and full size medals will be supplied with 30cm of ribbon.
The court mounting of medals involves securing medals to a stiff backing board, along with the placement of a brooch fitting on the board. This ensures that the medals remain firmly in place and do not shift or move about while being worn.
It is mandatory for active members of the Australian Defence Force to have their medals court mounted, as it is considered the appropriate method of presenting military honours in a professional and respectful manner. By doing so, the medals are given proper recognition and are displayed in a neat and organized fashion.The swing mounting of medals refers to the attachment of a medal to a ribbon that is allowed to hang freely from a brooch, which in turn is affixed to a uniform or clothing. This mounting style was commonly used for medals from the Boer War up to and including World War II, although there are no fixed guidelines or regulations regarding its use.
Miniature Court Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
Miniature Swing Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
A ribbon bar is a small, rectangular display of ribbons worn on military uniforms to represent various honours and awards earned by the wearer. These ribbons are arranged in a specific order and are attached to a backing, which is then attached to the uniform. Ribbon bars are a compact and convenient way for military personnel to display their achievements and are often used in situations where a full-sized medal or award would be impractical.
