1914 Star with Mons Bar – Full Size Medal
This full-size reproduction of the 1914 Star is supplied with the clasp commonly known as the Mons Bar.
Also known as the Mons Star, the medal was awarded to eligible British and Imperial personnel who served in France or Belgium between 5 August 1914 and midnight on 22–23 November 1914. Recipients included members of the original British Expeditionary Force, its early reinforcements and eligible medical and nursing personnel.
In 1919, King George V authorised the clasp inscribed “5TH AUG.–22ND NOV. 1914” for recipients who had served under enemy fire or within range of enemy mobile artillery during the qualifying period. The clasp distinguished eligible front-line personnel from those serving in rearward areas and was attached directly to the medal ribbon.
The medal takes the form of a four-pointed bronze star surmounted by a crown. Crossed swords, an oak-leaf wreath, the Royal Cypher of King George V and a central scroll inscribed “AUG 1914 NOV” complete the design. Its ribbon features shaded red, white and blue stripes.
Key features
- Full-size reproduction of the 1914 Star
- Supplied with the “5TH AUG.–22ND NOV. 1914” clasp
- Commonly known as the Mons Star with Mons Bar
- Represents qualifying front-line service during 1914
- Crown, crossed swords and oak-leaf wreath design
- Correct shaded red, white and blue ribbon
- Suitable for replacement medal groups, professional mounting and display