United Nations Medal. Light blue ribbon, no pin on ribbon. Wording on back is: “In the Service of Peace”. Appears to be fairly modern issue. Worn condition. Additional Notes: The United Nations Medal is an international decoration awarded for participation in UN peacekeeping and humanitarian missions, recognizing the service of military and police personnel. The United Nations Medal is awarded by the United Nations (UN) to military and police personnel from member countries who participate in international operations, including peacekeeping, humanitarian efforts, and disaster relief. The medal serves as a service medal within the armed forces and police forces of various nations. The medal features the UN emblem, which includes a polar projection of the world encircled by olive branches. The reverse side bears the inscription “IN THE SERVICE OF PEACE”. Each UN operation has a unique ribbon design, and the medal is awarded based on specific service criteria, typically requiring a minimum of 90 consecutive days of service in a UN mission. See Additional Information for shipping dimensions.
