Named 6340229 GNR B. J. Smith Royal Artillery
Key Information:
• Country: Great Britain
• Award: Territorial Efficiency Medal
• Rank: Gunner (GNR)
• Unit: Royal Artillery (R.A.)
• Named on rim: 6340229 GNR B. J. SMITH R.A.
• Dimensions approx.: 56.04 mm including wreath suspension x 32.07 mm
Medal Design:
Obverse:
• Crowned effigy of King George VI
• Inscription: “GEORGIVS VI D.G.BR.OMN.REX ET INDIAE IMP.”
Translation: “George VI, by the Grace of God, King of all the Britains, Defender of the Faith, Emperor of India”
Reverse:
• Plain field with inscription in four lines
• “FOR EFFICIENT SERVICE”
Suspension:
• Wreath-style suspension with top scroll bar inscribed “TERRITORIAL”
• Dark green ribbon with yellow edge stripes
Condition:
• Officially impressed naming on rim
• Honest service wear and light surface scratches visible
• Ribbon shows age and light wear
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Territorial Efficiency Medal was awarded to members of the Territorial Army of Great Britain for long and efficient service. Instituted in 1930, it replaced earlier Volunteer and Territorial decorations.
Medals named to Royal Artillery personnel are always desirable, especially with clearly impressed original naming. Awards to enlisted ranks such as Gunner provide strong research potential and historical value.
Summary:
A solid and attractive named example of the Great Britain Territorial Efficiency Medal awarded to 6340229 GNR B. J. Smith, Royal Artillery. A desirable British long service medal with full original suspension and ribbon, ideal for collectors of British or Royal Artillery medals.