Instituted in 1960. 1 Clasp - WINTERED OVER. In bronze gilt, measuring 32.2 mm (w) x 35.7 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, the bronze "Wintered Over" clasp maker marked "SIMON" on its reverse and independent of its original ribbon with brooch pinback, extremely fine. Accompanied by its Lapel Badge in bronze gilt, measuring 17.8 mm in diameter with screwback, and its 36 mm (w) x 10 mm (h) ribbon bar, in their cardboard box of issue, with the Volupte Incorporated manufacturer's label affixed to the end panel.
Footnote: The Antarctica Service Medal was instituted on July 7, 1960 and is awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States, any U.S. Citizen, or any resident alien of the United States who after January 1, 1946 has served or served on the Antarctic Continent or in support of U.S. operations there.