Canadian Memorial Cross (Silver Cross), GVI, Reproduction Size:MC, GVI, Antique Silver (Toned) or 30 days accumulated service

or 30 days accumulated service on working visits of 48 hours or more to the operating area

or in a capacity which has brought the recipient into contact with offenders in the regular performance of duties

This full size medal comes loose and with 8 inches of quality ribbon (32mm wide)

or an achievement abroad that brings benefit or honour to Canadians or Canada

Canadian Memorial Cross (Silver Cross), GVI, Reproduction Size:MC, GVI, Antique Silver (Toned) or 30 days accumulated serviceThe Memorial Cross (more often referred to as the Silver Cross) was first instituted by Order in Council 2374, dated December 1, 1919. It was awarded to mothers and widows (next of kin) of Canadian soldiers who died on active duty or whose death was consequently attributed to such duty. The crosses were sent automatically to mothers and wives who qualified, and could be worn by the recipients anytime, even though they were not themselves veterans. The