Indian Army Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, George VI, IAOC
Key Information:
• Country: Great Britain
• Award: Indian Army Long Service and Good Conduct Medal
• Monarch: King George VI
• Officially named on rim
• Service Number: 181718
• Rank: NK.
• Name: Santa Singh
• Corps: IAOC, Indian Army Ordnance Corps
• Diameter: approx. 36.24 mm
• Material: Silver
Medal Design:
Obverse:
Crowned portrait of King George VI with Latin inscription: “GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX ET INDIAE IMP.”
George VI, by the Grace of God, King of all the Britains and Emperor of India.
Reverse:
Wreath surrounding inscription:
“FOR LONG SERVICE AND GOOD CONDUCT”
Central panel inscribed: “INDIA”.
Condition:
• Silver with natural toning
• Official naming clearly impressed on rim
• Ribbon present and mounted
• Light wear consistent with long service award
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Indian Army Long Service and Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Indian Army personnel for extended and exemplary service.
This example is officially named to Nk. Santa Singh of the Indian Army Ordnance Corps (IAOC).
The IAOC was responsible for supply, equipment maintenance, ammunition, and logistical support across major theatres of operation during the Second World War. Awards to Indian Army support corps personnel represent an important part of the British Indian Army’s operational structure.
Named IAOC medals are collectible due to research potential and the historical significance of wartime logistics units.
Summary:
Original Great Britain Indian Army Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, George VI issue, officially named to 181718 Nk. Santa Singh, IAOC. A desirable named silver example with strong regimental and research interest.