| Polar Medal | |
|---|---|
 Reverse of the medal | |
| Type | Medal |
| Awarded for | Outstanding achievement in the field of polar research |
| Presented by | Sovereign of the United Kingdom |
| Established | 1857 (as the Arctic Medal) |
_ribbon.png){kind=small} Ribbon of the medal | |
| Order of wear | |
| Next (higher) | Campaign Medals and Stars[1] |
| Next (lower) | Imperial Service Medal[1] |
The Polar Medal is a medal awarded by the Sovereign of the United Kingdom to individuals who have outstanding achievements in the field of polar research, and particularly for those who have worked over extended periods in harsh climates. It was instituted in 1857 as the Arctic Medal, and renamed the Polar Medal in 1904.[2]
- ^ a b "No. 56878". The London Gazette (Supplement). 17 March 2003. p. 3352.
- ^ "What is the Polar Medal? | The Gazette". thegazette.co.uk. Retrieved 18 February 2022.