United States. A Presidential Medal Of Merit, C.1945 United Republic of Type II (1887-1943): Bronze

Type II (1887-1943): Bronze

7 mm inclusive of its crown suspension

111 other ranks

belt with a smooth finished black slider

a worn example in overall very fine condition

United States. A Presidential Medal Of Merit, C.1945 United Republic of Type II (1887-1943): BronzeInstituted in 1942. 1942 1952 Issue. In bronze gilt with blue, white and green enamels, measuring 38. 5 mm (w) x 62. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon with brooch pinback, extremely fine. In its cardboard box of issue, white label affixed to the side panel inscribed "Medal for Merit" and maker marked "V. H. BLACKINTON & CO., INC.", scuffing, wear and tape residue evident on the exterior of both the lid and