Long Service Awards of RCM
| Description | Diameter | Material | Weight | Engraved | Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Service Medal (1950–1979) | 47.6 cm | Sterling Silver (some gold plated) | unknown | with recipient’s name | none |
| Five year pin (since 1980) | 15 cm | Antiquated Bronze | unknown | none | brown felt with beige satin interior |
| Ten year pin (since 1980) | 15 cm | Silver | unknown | none | brown felt with beige satin interior |
| Fifteen Year Medal (since 1980) | 60 mm | Antiquated bronze | 157 grams | With recipients name, dates of employment, some have presentation date | black leather with dark blue felt, white stain included in the interior |
| Retirement Paperweight (since 1980) | 60 mm | Antiquated bronze | 268 grams | With recipients name, dates of employment, date of retirement | unknown |
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