The 1914 Star, colloquially known as the Mons Star, is a British World War I campaign medal for service in France or Belgium between 5th August 1914 and 22nd November 1914.
The medal is a four-pointed star of bright bronze, ensigned with a crown; the medal and suspension assembly was struck in one piece.
The obverse has two cross gladii (swords) with their blades upwards, the points and hilts of which form what might appear to be four aditional points to the star. The swords are overlaid by a wreath of oak leaves, with the Royal Cypher of George V at the base of the wreath and a central S-shaped scroll inscribed "AUG 1914 NOV". The reverse is plain and is impressed with the recipient's number, rank, name and regiment or unit.
