The differences to look for on SAP Star for Merit

[Marcon1]

 

(MYB: SA-43)
SAP Star for Merit (1963-2004)
For (i) particularly meritorious or exemplary service, or personal heroism, in the line of duty, or (ii) 30 years irreproachable service and exemplary conduct. As the majority of awards were made in the latter category, the medal ranks as a long service award.

Insignia: A 6-pointed multi-rayed silver star displaying two hands shielding a flame, and the letters VM, on a blue triangle on a white circlet (obverse).

 2nd. award bar (for 30 Years service)

no silver markings.

 marked SILVER at bottom.

 marked SILVER at bottom (NOTE DIFFERENT Coat of Arms/Badge on reverse).

 marked SILVER below Coat of Arms.

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So here is an other South Africa Police medal to have fun with trying to find all the differences.

Enjoy.

 

Marcon1.

(text: Arthur Radburn)

(PS: Does anyone know when they changed the reverse design ??)

 

Edited August 5, 2020 by Marcon1