United States: Distinguished Service Cross (Army). Circa 1950-1970

Note: In addition to United States Army recipients, this type of award continued to be awarded to United States Air Force personnel through to the 1960's, and before the institution of the Air Force Cross in 1960 (the first award of the USAF Air Force Cross was made retrospectively in 1964)

The corded silk riband with unmarked 12mm crimp' style mounting brooch, in use circa 1950's - 1960's (Korean War and Vietnam War era)

Reverse of the 12mm crimp-brooch retaining the original long hinged-pin & intricate drop-lock clasp fittings, as issued

The absence of any numbering or any maker marks on the insignia together with the type of 12mm crimp-brooch indicates that the medal is an example of insignia awarded post 1945, and typically for the Korean War and through to the early Vietnam War years through to 1973

A choice example of the second highest award for gallantry that can be awarded to United States Army personnel

Condition: EF

Code: 24677