NT Police Service Medal
$12.25 - $60.00
The prestigious NT Police Valour Medal recognises extraordinary bravery in dangerous situations. Eligible for current and former police officers, it provides additional recognition for their exceptional courage in perilous circumstances. Read more..
The Northern Territory Police Valour Medal is a distinguished award conferred by the Commissioner of Police to honour members who have exhibited extraordinary bravery in highly dangerous situations or who have acted courageously and responsibly when faced with potential or actual life-threatening danger. The award consists of a framed certificate along with an ornamental medal and bar, which are to be worn as unofficial honours.
Eligibility for this esteemed medal includes the following criteria:
In cases where an officer, who has previously received the Valour Medal, demonstrates exceptional bravery in perilous circumstances once again, a silver bar will be added to their existing Valour Medal.
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.
