WW2 (British) France & Germany Campaign Star - Original Issue

Description

A British Commonwealth campaign medal presented for service during World War II. The medal was instituted in 1945 and was awarded for operational service in
France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and Germany from 6 June 1944 (D-Day) to 8 May 1945.
It's an original issue, full size medal.
Awarded posthumously if the service period was terminated by death, disability, or wounding.
Note: Army personnel who entered Austria may not qualify for this award, as their service was recognized by the grant of the Italy Star.
Description:
Six–pointed star, struck in yellow copper zinc alloy with a height of 44mm and a maximum width of 38mm.
The obverse has a central design of the Royal Cypher of King George VI, surmounted by a crown. The cypher is surrounded by a circlet containing the inscription
; ‘THE FRANCE AND GERMANY STAR’.
The reverse is plain; may have recipient's name impressed (only on the medals issued to Australian and South African forces).
The ribbon is attached to the medal by a ring that passes through the uppermost point of the star.
Note: Label does not convey with purchase. Comes with protective plastic sleeve.