On offer is a truly exceptional George V Imperial Service Medal, awarded between 1932 and 1937 to William George Bunn. Crafted in solid silver and displaying regal and symbolic artistry, this official issue was conferred for long and faithful service — often to non-managerial civil servants or veterans of storied regiments such as the Somerset Light Infantry.

This circular silver medal features King George V’s effigy on the obverse, while the reverse presents a powerful allegorical male figure beneath rays of light — a tribute to dignity, perseverance, and commitment.

Whether displayed in a military collection, shadowbox, or as a poignant piece of historic decor, this medal carries legacy, authenticity, and a personal narrative etched in its very edge.

📌 Key Features:
✅ Authentic silver – issued under George V’s reign
✅ Classical design – allegorical “For Faithful Service” motif
✅ Named to William George Bunn (edge-engraved)
✅ Original two-tone ribbon – red and navy
✅ Diameter: approx. 32mm
✅ Condition: Good vintage condition, light patina, minor signs of wear consistent with age
✅ Rare named example – steeped in personal and military history

💡 Styling Tip:
Display in a military-themed gallery wall, glass cabinet, or atop a stack of vintage leather books with ephemera for a scholarly, heritage-rich effect.

🎁 Perfect For:
✔️ Collectors of British military or civil service medals
✔️ Lovers of authentic historic decor
✔️ Thoughtful gifts for history buffs or family researchers
✔️ Heirloom-quality display in a study, office, or library

🔍 Provenance / Maker Notes:
The Imperial Service Medal was instituted for non-managerial civil servants and military personnel transitioning to civil service, awarded upon 25+ years of exemplary service. This example is linked to the reign of King George V, during a period of British imperial transition between the World Wars. Recipients were often individuals with service in British regiments such as the Somerset Light Infantry, renowned for campaigns from the Napoleonic era through both World Wars.

📦 Shipping & International Buyers:
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This is more than a medal — it’s a chapter of personal and national history preserved in sterling silver. Rare in named form and this condition, it’s a poignant collectible worthy of pride and preservation.

📌 Don’t miss the opportunity to bring this historical treasure into your collection — once it’s gone, it’s gone.