WW1 Long Service and Good Conduct LSGC MINIATURE Dress Medal

Guaranteed original. This is a British Army MINIATURE Campaign Medal for sale. In good condition. Please see our other items for more original WW1, WW2 & post war British military medals for sale.

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British miniature medals are officially sanctioned, reduced-size replicas of full-size British military medals, traditionally worn on formal evening dress such as mess uniform, black tie, or civilian dinner jackets. Produced to the same designs as their full-size counterparts, miniature medals are an important part of Britain’s honours and awards system and are highly sought after by collectors looking to buy original British miniature medals with historical and monetary value.

The history of British miniature medals dates back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when officers began commissioning smaller versions of their campaign and gallantry awards for evening wear. As medal groups grew larger following major conflicts such as the Boer War, the First World War, and the Second World War, miniatures became a practical and socially accepted alternative to wearing full-size medals. By the mid-20th century, miniature medals were firmly established in British military tradition.

Original British miniature medals were typically privately purchased rather than officially issued, often made by respected London and provincial medal makers. High-quality originals were struck in silver or silver-gilt, with accurate detailing, correct ribbons, and traditional mounting styles. These characteristics distinguish genuine period miniatures from modern reproductions, making authenticity a key concern for collectors.

Today, British miniature medals appeal to a wide range of buyers, including militaria collectors, family historians, reenactors, and veterans. Collectors often seek miniature medal groups that match known full-size awards, particularly for famous campaigns, regiments, or gallantry decorations. Demand is especially strong for original miniature medals from the Victorian era, WWI, WWII, and early Cold War periods.

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