United States: Merchant Marine Victory Medal 1945. United States Mint strike

A very early 'Matt' strike by the United States Mint

The medal mounted on the original unmarked 12mm crimp brooch, complete with hinged pin & intricate drop-lock clasp fittings. The medal suspended from a silk 'moire' corded riband

The medal was awarded to officers and men of the U.S. Merchant Marine who served aboard American-flagged merchant ships for at least 30 days between December 7, 1941, and September 3, 1945

Condition: About EF

Code: 22912