Canada, Commonwealth. A Special Service Medal

1 Clasp - NATO+OTAN. In rhodium-plated alloy, measuring 37.5 mm in diameter, very light contact, original ribbon, near extremely fine.

Footnote: The Special Service Medal is a service medal awarded to members of the Canadian Forces. The medal was established by letters patent by Queen Elizabeth II on June 16, 1984. Recipients of this medal must have performed, "service under exceptional circumstances". The medal is always issued with a bar which specifies the special service which the medal recognizes, with each bar having its own criteria. The NATO+OTAN clasp was created on November 26, 1992 for 180 days' service with NATO since January 1, 1951 (with some restrictions applied).