South African Defence Force Pro Patria Medal – 2nd Type (Swinging Suspender), Numbered 71962 Medals/Badges demolition

demolition

3 Mk I switch was one of the earliest and most advanced pressure switches produced by British ordnance for clandestine warfare

Very few “LOK” marked eagles with gold finish have survived in this condition

The brown leather case is a correct WWI pattern with belt loops

South African Defence Force Pro Patria Medal – 2nd Type (Swinging Suspender), Numbered 71962 Medals/Badges demolitionAn original Pro Patria Medal (Pro Patria Medaljie) awarded by the Republic of South Africa during the Border War era. This example is the 2nd Type with a swinging suspender, issued to SADF personnel for operational service in defence of South Africa, including duty in South West Africa (Namibia) and operations during the Angolan conflict (19661989). The medal is octagonal in form, gilt finish, bearing the blue enamelled SADF emblem of the rising sun