United States: California State Commendation Medal (National Guard)

The reverse of mounting brooch bar retaining it's 2 x pin posts with clutch back fittings, and with makers marks for 'Vanguard'

Originally known as the Commendation Ribbon with Pendent, the California Commendation Medal (CACOM) is the fifth highest award in the State’s pyramid of honor

Criteria for Award: California Military and Veterans Code, Section 643.1. A California Commendation Medal may be presented to each person who, while an officer, warrant officer, or enlisted member of the National Guard, State Military Reserve, or Naval Militia distinguishes himself or herself while serving in any capacity with the National Guard, State Military Reserve, or Naval Militia by meritorious achievement or meritorious service. The meritorious achievement or meritorious service is less exceptional than that required for the Medal of Merit but shall be accomplished with distinction. The California Commendation Medal may also be awarded to civilians and members of other military services who distinguish themselves as indicated in this section

History: The California Commendation Medal was authorized by the state legislature on 13 October 1950, as recorded in Chapter 27, Section 15. This passage has been codified into Sec 643.1, Military and Veterans code. The medal was designed by LTC Howard W. Jesperson of the California National Guard

Condition: EF

Code: 22110