The Arctic Star is granted for operational service of any length, from September, 3, 1939, to May, 8, 1945 inclusive, north of the Arctic Circle (66 degrees, 32’N) on the Greenland Sea, Norwegian Sea and Barents Sea. The Arctic Star is intended to commemorate the Arctic convoys and is designed primarily for the ships of the convoys to North Russia and their Escorts This fullsize reproduction medal comes loose and with 8ins of quality ribbon (32mm wide). Medal Mounting Services are available at additional cost.