Historical information

In 1975 the Australian Honours System was established, with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) created to recognise the contribution for Australian citizens for outstanding service or achievement. It consists of a round medallion with gold-plated silver insignia with the word 'Australia' inscribed and surrounded by two sprigs of mimosa. Above the medallion sits the red Crown of St Edward which hangs from a royal blue band, with gold mimosa blossoms running down the middle. The box contains spaces for the ribbon, medal, a epaulette bar, a pin and a smaller medallion.

Physical description

1 illustrated ribbon, medal, a epaulette bar, a pin and a smaller medallion.

Inscriptions & markings

Rear of medal is inscribed with recipient's name:
John Oswald WICKING
HAROLD HUGH JEFFREY