Kings South Africa MedalKings South Africa Medal Full size medal Unmounted with 15cm ribbon as required for swing mounting. Miniature size medal Unmounted with 10cm ribbon as required for swing mounting. Following Queen Victorias death during the South African War, King Edward VII authorised a medal to be awarded to all who were serving in South Africa on or after 1 January 1902, and who would complete 18 months service before 1 June 1902. The medal was never issued alone,