Royal Canadian Mounted Police Medal – Named Issue – QEII – Original Ribbon
Key Information:
• Country: Canada
• Award: Royal Canadian Mounted Police Long Service & Good Conduct Medal
• Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II (QEII)
• Official naming impressed on edge: W. J. CLANCY
• Approx. diameter: 36.31 mm
• Suspension: Original swing bar with RCMP ribbon
• Ribbon: Original blue with yellow stripes
• Likely issue period: 1950s–1970s
• Authentic official impressed naming – not amateur engraved
Medal Design:
The obverse displays the right-facing crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by the Latin inscription:
ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA
(The traditional style used early in her reign.)
The reverse features the Royal Canadian Mounted Police emblem — a crowned shield with the buffalo head surrounded by maple leaves — encircled by the inscription:
FOR LONG SERVICE AND GOOD CONDUCT
The medal is suspended from its original swing bar and ribbon, typical of RCMP service medals of the period.
The edge is officially impressed with the recipient’s name:
W. J. CLANCY
The font, depth, and alignment of the letters are consistent with official RCMP minting practices.
Condition:
• Overall collectible condition with natural aged patina
• Light surface wear and oxidation typical for service medals
• Original ribbon intact with mild creasing and age wear
• No evidence of aftermarket engraving
• Edge naming is sharp, consistent, and professionally impressed
This medal shows honest wear and attractive patina appropriate for a historically issued piece.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police Long Service and Good Conduct Medal is an official award recognizing extended, honorable service within Canada’s national police force. Instituted in the early 20th century and awarded throughout Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, it symbolizes dedication, discipline, and long-term commitment to law enforcement.
Summary:
Original Royal Canadian Mounted Police Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, officially impressed with the name W. J. CLANCY on the edge. Dated stylistically to the mid-20th century QEII period, this authentic example remains in good collectible condition with original ribbon. A notable addition to Commonwealth and RCMP medal collections.
For the condition, please refer to the pictures