United States: Bronze Star Medal. Second World War issue 1945-1965 (and as awarded for Second World War, Korean War and Vietnam War)

Sold together with original issue Manila card box of issue, the medal still mounted on its card inset. The card box with label marked 'Decoration, Medal, Bronze Star. Stock No. 71-D-357. American Emblem Co., Inc. Cont. No. 11803. Date of order 1-29-45 Phila. Q.M. Depot.

As issued from the Philadelphia Quarter Master Depot, in 1945

The silk corded medal riband is fitted with an un-marked slot brooch, this retaining the original long-hinged pin and intricate drop-lock clasp fittings, as issued

Dated from circa 1945, as awarded in the era 1945-1965, to personnel decorated in the Second World War, Korean War and the early years of the Vietnam War

A choice example with good matt finish, virtually uncirculated

Condition: EF

Code: 23989