Distinguished Service Order, GVI GRI 1st type cypher, reverse of suspension dated 1942, silver-gilt and enamels with top bar modified for wear by adding a backstrap
Distinguished Service Order, GVI GRI 1st type cypher, reverse of suspension dated 1942, silver-gilt and enamels with top bar modified for wear by adding a backstrap.
Condition: some wear to the enamel on the 3 and 9 o’clock arms, otherwise better than Very Fine
Intended to reward commissioned officers below field rank for distinguished service in time of war, and for which the Victoria Cross would not be appropriate. Previously the Companion of the Order of the Bath had sometimes been awarded to junior officers, although intended mainly for those of field rank. It is available to officers in all branches of the armed services..