Ribbon bar on a metal carriage to allow it to slide onto stacking ribbon bars. A central slot allows the addition of emblems without having the need to purchase a new ribbon.
Kuwait - Liberation (Black Printed) 2 inch piece. The black quadrilateral at the upper edge represents the Kuwait national flag.
The medal was awarded by the government of Kuwait. This version is the 4th or lowest grade (of 5; Excellent, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th)
British service personnel were granted permission to accept, but not to wear the medal.