Th ribbon has equal bands of red

this award was approved for all Officers and Men of the British and Indian Expeditionary Forces

and RAF in recognition of exemplary gallantry during active operations against the enemy on land

If the medal is unsuitable

the Imperial Service Medal was bestowed upon civil servants (upon retirement) who have served at least 25 years in the United Kingdom

CBE Miniature - Military Award Category_Long Service 2nd Awards Th ribbon has equal bandsThe CBE Civil Miniature. This is the second type miniature, introduced in 1936. The three grades utilise the same miniature. This is manufactured in sterling silver and features the same vitreous enamels used on the full size awards. These miniatures are handmade to order.