NATOISAF | NATO Medal ISAF Size:Miniatures / Evening Wear while serving in any capacity

while serving in any capacity in or with the Armed Forces of the United States

The plaques (more strictly described as plaquettes) were made of bronze

For active WW1 service commencing from 1 January 1916 to active service in Australia during WW2:

Instituted in December 1914 by King George V and originally intended for lower ranking Army officers (Captain or less) and Warrant Officers for 'distinguished and meritorious services'

a new follow-on NATO-led mission called RESOLUTE SUPPORT was launched on 1 Jan 2015 to provide further training

NATOISAF | NATO Medal ISAF Size:Miniatures / Evening Wear while serving in any capacityOfficially known as the 'Non Article 5 NATO Medal for Service on NATO LED ISAF Operations', this medal is awarded to ADF members who have completed 30 continuous days (or sorties) within a single tour while force assigned to Operation Slipper and have served in Afghanistan commencing on or after 28 July 2006. From 1 January 2011, personnel can accumulate their service, but must complete 60 days (or sorties) within a 2 year period.