The India General Service Medal (1854–1895) was awarded to British and Indian Army personnel for campaign service in India between 1854 and 1895. Each campaign was marked by a clasp attached to the ribbon, with 24 different clasps issued for various actions across the North-West Frontier and other regions.
The medal is circular and made of silver. The obverse features the diademed effigy of Queen Victoria with the inscription “VICTORIA REGINA”. The reverse shows a winged Victory crowning a seated warrior. Recipient details are engraved on the rim. Replicas are marked with the word “COPY”.
The ribbon is crimson with narrow green edges. The colours reflect long-standing traditional military ribbon styles of the era.
A clasp was issued for each qualifying campaign, including notable operations such as:
The India General Service Medal honours sustained military service in colonial India during a period of frequent frontier warfare and regional campaigns. It reflects endurance, duty, and British military presence across the subcontinent.
SPECIFICATIONS:MagnaRack® is a revolutionary magnetic system designed to make medal and ribbon mounting easier, faster, and more secure. Whether you're in the military, a veteran, part of an emergency service, or proudly wearing a loved one's medals, MagnaRack eliminates the hassle of traditional pins that damage uniforms. The system is incredibly easy to use, perfect for those with limited dexterity, and ideal for elderly users who find small pins difficult to handle.
Find out more
