Medal Mounting Services
Our Professional medal mounting services
At DS Medals, medal mounting isn’t just a process — it’s a responsibility. Every medal represents service, commitment, and moments that matter. Our mounting services are carried out with precision, respect, and strict adherence to Australian Defence and Emergency Service dress regulations. Whether you’re preparing medals for wear, display, or restoration, we ensure each set is presented with dignity and built to last.
Below are the core medal mounting services we offer, each tailored to suit different requirements, traditions, and preferences.
Court Mounting medals
Court Mounting
Court mounting is the modern, regulation-standard method of medal mounting used across Australia and is required for all medals worn within the Australian Defence Force.
In this method, the ribbon is folded neatly over a firm backing, creating a clean, stable display. Each medal is secured so it cannot move, with stitching passing directly through the backing to ensure long-term strength and durability.
At DS Medals, every court-mounted set is built on a laser-cut 3 mm hardened acrylic board, manufactured to exact measurements. Unlike cardboard or buckram, this material will not warp, soften, or absorb moisture — keeping your medals immaculate in all conditions. All work is completed strictly in line with Defence and Emergency Service dress regulations, with no compromises on materials or workmanship.
Swing Mounting medals
Swing Mounting
Swing mounting is the traditional style where medals hang freely from a brooch bar, allowing both the ribbon and medal to move naturally. This method also exposes the full reverse side of each medal, something many people value for its historical detail and authenticity.
Strongly associated with earlier generations, swing mounting carries a deep sense of heritage and remains a popular choice for those who appreciate its classic presentation. While some natural wear can occur over time due to movement, swing mounting is an excellent option for ceremonial wear or for display pieces such as shadow boxes, where medals remain protected and movement is minimal.
We take the same care and precision with swing mounting as we do with all services, ensuring a balanced, professional finish.
Miniature medal Mounting
Miniature Medals
Miniature medals are scaled‑down versions—about half the size—of their full‑sized official counterparts. They’re intended for wear at formal evening functions, including mess dinners and black‑tie events held after 6 pm. These smaller replicas let veterans and serving members showcase their honours on lighter attire, such as dinner jackets or business suits, without the weight or bulk associated with full‑sized medals.
ReMounting medals
Remounting & Additional Mounting
Remounting is the process of restoring an existing medal set that has deteriorated over time due to age, wear, or environmental exposure. This service involves rebuilding the set using fresh ribbon, new backing, and updated stitching to return the medals to a clean, regulation-standard presentation.
We also offer additional mounting, allowing newly awarded medals to be seamlessly added to an existing set. This ensures alignment, spacing, and presentation remain consistent, giving the entire set a cohesive, professional finish.
Whether your medals need a full refresh or an update to reflect your latest achievement, we ensure the final result is ready for wear or display — and worthy of the service behind it.
medal ribbon bar creation
Ribbon Bars
Ribbon bars are worn by members of uniformed organisations during day-to-day duties and non-ceremonial occasions, providing a practical and professional alternative to full medals. They represent the same honours and awards, displayed in a compact format that maintains correct order of wear and regulation compliance.
At DS Medals, ribbon bars are assembled with the same precision and attention to detail as our full medal mounting services. We ensure correct ribbon order, accurate spacing, and a clean, durable finish suitable for regular wear. Our ribbon bars are commonly produced for members of the Australian Defence Force, police, ambulance, fire services, SES, and corrective services, and are built to meet the expectations of professional uniform standards.
Whether you require a new ribbon bar, a replacement for a worn set, or an update to reflect additional awards, we deliver a result that looks sharp, sits correctly on the uniform, and stands up to daily use.
