Gold Medal for Meritorious Service - Penitentiary Police

Product overview

The Gold Medal for Meritorious Service — Polizia Penitenziaria is a formal service medal awarded to members of the Polizia Penitenziaria who have completed 20 years of meritorious duty. It is intended for serving or retired personnel, family members arranging a presentation, and collectors of police or military surplus items.

Definition: a 37 mm gold service medal bearing the Italian Republic emblem and Polizia Penitenziaria insignia, issued to recognize long and meritorious service.

Main features

Clear, high-quality design that follows the traditional appearance of Italian service medals.

• Front design: Italian Republic coat of arms with raised inscription "AL MERITO DI SERVIZIO".
• Reverse design: Closed wreath of laurel and oak surrounding the Polizia Penitenziaria badge and the legend "POLIZIA PENITENZIARIA".
• Material: Made in gold for lasting value and appearance.
• Size: Standard 37 mm diameter.
• Ribbon: Blue silk ribbon 37 mm wide with ten blue and nine white vertical stripes, worn on the left chest.
• Use cases: Suitable for formal duty wear, retirement ceremonies, displays, and police memorabilia collections.

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: wear the medal on the left side of the chest for official or ceremonial occasions, following your institution's uniform rules. In most cases, recipients display it at formal events, retirements, parades, or add it to a personal collection of police or military surplus items.

This medal is useful for honoring 20 years of meritorious service and for collectors seeking authentic police decorations. If you plan to wear the medal on duty, confirm the current uniform regulations with Polizia Penitenziaria or your unit.

Care and notes

Basic care preserves appearance and value; handle gently and store properly.

• Store in a dry, padded box or display case to prevent scratches.
• Clean gold surfaces with a soft, dry cloth or have it professionally cleaned; avoid harsh chemicals.
• Confirm recipient eligibility before purchase—this medal is intended for personnel with 20 years of meritorious service.
• Availability is limited; stock may run out, so consider ordering promptly if required.

FAQ

Q: Who is eligible to receive this medal?

A: The medal is intended for members of the Polizia Penitenziaria who have completed 20 years of meritorious service. Eligibility and awarding are determined by the appropriate authority within the force.

Q: What are the medal's dimensions?

A: The medal is produced in a standard 37 mm diameter format, which is the single available size for this item.

Q: How should the medal be worn?

A: It is worn on the left side of the chest, suspended from a 37 mm blue silk ribbon with ten blue and nine white vertical stripes. Check your unit's uniform guidelines before wearing.

Q: What symbols are on the medal?

A: The front shows the Italian Republic emblem and the inscription "AL MERITO DI SERVIZIO." The reverse has a closed laurel and oak wreath with the Polizia Penitenziaria badge and the wording "POLIZIA PENITENZIARIA."

Q: Can I purchase this medal?

A: Yes, the medal is available for purchase but in limited quantities. If you need one for presentation, replacement, or collection, consider ordering while stock remains.

Q: Is this an official state decoration and where do I get certification?

A: The design reproduces the official appearance used for the Polizia Penitenziaria service medal. For official records, certification, or replacement documentation, contact the relevant institutional authority that issues medals.

Tip: Choose the standard 37 mm version and check recipient eligibility or uniform rules before ordering. Browse related police and military surplus items or display accessories to complete a presentation or collection.