in descending order of precedence:

The GSM Bomb & Mine Clearance 1945-56

the DFM was discontinued and the DFC became available to all ranks of all services for exemplary gallantry in the air in presence of the enemy

resembling an oversized penny coin

It is at a level below the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross and is at the equivalent level to the Military Cross (for exemplary gallantry on land) and the Distinguished Flying Cross (for exemplary gallantry in the air)

Royal Navy Long Service full size Medal GV Admirals Uniform Category_World War I in descending order of precedence:Instituted on 24th August 1831. This version was the first type awarded during George V's reign. The qualifying period was 15 years. A bar for an additional period of 15 years was instituted by George V