The differences to look for on SAP Star for Faithful Service

[Marcon1]

 

(MYB: SA-45)
SAP Star for Faithful Service (1979-2004)
For 20 years irreproachable service and exemplary conduct. A clasp was added after 40 years.

Insignia: A circular silver medal displaying a cross of four aloes in the centre of an 8-pointed multi-rayed star (obverse) and the SAP badge (reverse).

 

no markings.

SILVER marked between FAITHFUL and SERVICE.

Also, note difference in enamel.

SILVER marked on bottom part of suspender.

Also, note difference on reverse, different Coat of Arms/Badge.

SILVER below Coat of Arms.

SILVER below L of FAITHFUL.

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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 ??)