The etch around the base reads:

This is a high-quality replica intended for collecting

The badge was to be worn on the right breast while in civilian dress

The criteria̴ for all is 15 years of good conduct from the date of any offence which would previously precluded̴ the award of the LSGC

Produced in the same historic factories responsible for many original British campaign medals

Northern Ireland Prison Medal Category_ Miniature Coronation & Jubilee The etch around the baseThe Northern Ireland Prison Medal was instituted 25th February 2002 and awarded in recognition of "those who have rendered professional, committed and brave service as members of and by others in support of the Northern Ireland Prison Service."