Here is a peace of extra special family history silver.
No, I'm not related to the King of England, but my Grandfather did serve in the Royal Navy way back before, and during World War II. I have been entrusted with looking after his service medals, and am planning to have them mounted and put on proud display in my home.
This special medal was awarded to my Grandfather "For long service and good conduct."
Many of the medals from that era were struck in crupo-nickel, but this one was struck in silver. It was awarded to my grandfather in 1944, on H.M.S. Kongon.
The medal could only be awarded after 18 years of service with good conduct, meaning no disciplinary notes on his file, and at the recommendation of his commanding officer after closely scrutinizing of his service record.
A special reminder of what sacrifices not only my Grandfather, but many, many servicemen and women have made for their country.
That's something special on Silver Sunday.
