20-Year Long Service Ribbon St. John Ambulance Brigade

Product overview

The Nastrino Lungo Servizio 20 Anni St. John Ambulance Brigade is a long-service ribbon intended for members of the St. John Ambulance Brigade of the Order of Malta (Irish) who are being recognized for extended duty. It is a small metal ribbon bar used to display long-service recognition on uniforms for duty, police, tactical or military-surplus collections.

Definition: a long-service ribbon awarded to personnel for extended years of service, commonly recognized at 20 years. This ribbon is produced in the regulation 37 mm size and is offered in limited quantities for collectors and serving personnel.

Main features

Compact and regulation-compliant, the ribbon is offered in a flat and an Elite slightly convex finish and can be mounted in various ways for uniform presentation.

• Regulation format: flat ribbon bar in standard style.
• Elite variant: slightly convex ("Elite") finish for a refined look.
• Mounting options: supplied on a ribbon bar with rear clamps or screw attachments (selectable).
• Size: available only in the 37 mm format.
• Multi-ribbon mounting: can be fitted to two- or multi-place metal ribbon bars to display several ribbons together.

How to use / When it’s useful

Use this ribbon on service uniforms or display boards to show official long-service recognition. It is suitable for active personnel, veterans, and collectors who maintain accurate uniform presentation.

Quick answer: wear it on the uniform ribbon bar in accordance with your unit’s dress regulations. In most cases, select the flat regulation format for standard issue appearance or the Elite variant if a slightly raised finish is preferred.

Care and notes

Keep the ribbon clean and mounted securely to avoid loss; choose the mounting type that matches your uniform’s attachment method.

• Store in a dry place to prevent tarnish or damage.
• Use the correct rear attachment (clamp or screw) to match your ribbon bar or uniform plate.
• Available only in 37 mm — check size before ordering.
• Limited stock; order promptly if required for an award or display.

FAQ

Q: What does this ribbon represent?

A: It represents long service with the St. John Ambulance Brigade of the Order of Malta (Irish), commonly recognized at the 20-year mark. It is a symbol of sustained duty and commitment.

Q: Is the ribbon available in different finishes?

A: Yes. It is available in the regulation flat format and a slightly convex Elite variant for a refined appearance.

Q: What mounting options are offered?

A: You can choose rear clamp attachments or screw attachments when the ribbon is mounted on a ribbon bar. Select the option that matches your uniform plate.

Q: What size is the ribbon?

A: The ribbon is sold only in the 37 mm format. Verify this size against your existing ribbon bars before ordering.

Q: Can multiple ribbons be mounted together?

A: Yes. The ribbon can be placed on two-place or multi-place metal ribbon bars to display several ribbons on a single base.

Q: Is this item suitable for collectors as well as serving personnel?

A: Yes. It is suitable for uniform wear, award presentation, and collectors of military surplus or duty-related insignia. Limited availability may affect collectors’ purchases.

Tip: Choose the correct finish (flat or Elite) and mounting type (clamp or screw) for your uniform or display. Check related ribbon bars and multi-place mounts to complete a neat, regulation-compliant presentation.