United Kingdom. A Lot of Six Second War Medals and Awards Auction undulating ribbon

undulating ribbon

surmounted by a partially enameled red Austrian Imperial crown in gilt

(i) Royal Canadian Air Force

marked “RZM 72” on reverse

32 mm x 80 mm each

United Kingdom. A Lot of Six Second War Medals and Awards Auction undulating ribbon1. A Defence Medal. Instituted August 16th, 1945. A circular medal, constructed of cupro nickel, suspended from a single toe claw attached to the center of the award with a slotted bar, suspended from its period original ribbon (with evidence of previous collectors mounting), the obverse depicting the leftward facing effigy of King George VI, circumscribed by his name and official title, the reverse consisting of a royal crown resting on the stump of