Full history and eligibility can be found here

The medal is very lightweight - this will indicate that it is a cast medal & not a die-struck medal

the Victoria Cross may be awarded to all ranks of the services and civilians for gallantry in the presence of the enemy

Official MoD licensing confirming authenticity and origin

Instituted by Queen Victoria to cover all actions since the outbreak of the Crimean War in 1854

George Cross Category_ Miniature World War II Full history and eligibility canThe George Cross is the second in the order of wear and is the highest gallantry award for civilians. Awarded for acts of heroism and courage in extreme danger, the George Cross may be awarded posthumously