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Swing mounting is a traditional style of mounting medals, where the ribbon of each medal is attached to a mounting bar. It allows for the medals to hang and swing, usually causing the medals to damage one another as they constantly rub and strike against each other. Many WW2 medals were issued in this format. Your original medals contained in their issue case are usually swing mounted due to being a single medal.
Court mounting is the current preferred method of mounting medals. The medals are firmly held down against a firm backing (polyurethane) which is wrapped with ribbon, preventing the medals constantly rubbing and striking against each other. This is the current Australian Military and Government approved standard for wearing of medals (Maintenance of Awards). Court mounting is the most accepted method of mounting medals for all official ceremonial activity.
Ribbon bars (ribands) are worn on everyday uniform to identify the ribbon of each award achieved. Ribbon bars should not be worn in conjunction with medals. Ribbon bars should also be worn in accordance with the order of awards and as per the approved standards.
North West Medals, will professionally mount your awards, decorations and medals in the most appropriate method using only the finest of ribbons (Toye, Kenning & Spencer). The highest grade replica medals, clasps, pins and bars will be used to achieve the highest quality finish to your medals and ribbon bars. As previously indicated, replica medals is the preferred option to keep your treasured original medals in the most pristine condition. The replica medals used are an exact standard to your original issue.
All medals are prepared to current protocols, using the correct standards and clasps. Medal sets will come with either the traditional solid brass brooch or what most personnel now prefer for ease of attaching to your dress uniform, clutch pins. Just tell us which one you prefer. Your medals will not be glued down, but sewn to the backing to ensure the longest life span of your medals. This includes replica medals, so as your set grows the medals can be re-issued. Your medal clasps are also sewn to ensure durability and long life.