The non-swiveling straight bar suspender is attached to the medal with a single-toe claw mount and a pin through the upper edge of the medal. The British issue medals were struck in cupro-nickel. While those awarded in Canada (about 700,000). Were struck in silver. The medal is sometimes incorrectly referred to as the “Victory Medal” for the Second World War. It was granted to all full-time members of the armed forces. Troops and Merchant Marines to serve for 28 days, regardless of where they were serving, between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945 inclusive, the full duration of service during World War II. In the Merchant Navy, 28 days had to be spent anywhere at sea. Diameter : 3.6 cm _ 1.42 inches. Thank you for shopping.