US Navy USMC Marine WW1 SHORT DRAPE VICTORY MEDAL Antique Vtg USN Award RARE
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:74167 |
The fighting on the Western Front had raged for nearly three years before the US entered the Great War in April 1917. Fresh American troops tipped the balance in favor of the Allies during the hard fighting at Belleau Wood, Chateau Thierry, and St. Mihiel, finally culminating in the climactic Battle of the Argonne Forest. US troops, sailors, and Marines who fought in the conflict were awarded a specially designed victory medal featuring a rainbow drape common amongst all the Allied... nations. The US version could be adorned with a battle or service clasp to denote the specifics of a man's service record. This US Navy USMC Marine WW1 SHORT DRAPE VICTORY MEDAL is in very good condition, with some scattered spot patina to the pendant, some scattered spot fraying to the drape, and with some scattered age wear evident (ALL pictured). Otherwise, the medal is in fine shape, with absolutely no cracking or other damage. Most interestingly, it boasts the classic vibrant rainbow US Navy contract short drape, denoting production by the Fulford Manufacturing Company of Providence, Rhode Island, features the elegant "Winged Victory" pendant with relief designs at front and back, and carries a full wrap brooch, pin, and rolling "C" catch fastener at the top reverse. A fine example of a rare, original US Navy USMC Marine WW1 SHORT DRAPE VICTORY MEDAL. No box included. Now celebrating our 20th year on eBay. Bid with confidence and please view our other great military, aviation, and sporting classics, including a pair of US Army WW2 EASTMAN OFFICER "PINK" WOOL ELASTIQUE SERVICE DRESS PANTS in MINT, unworn, new with tags condition, boasting a fully functional "TALON" brass fly zipper, and featuring a "scuff reinforcement" at each interior ankle.Abramsantiques appreciates your positive feedback and full five star ratings. We strive to make every transaction an exceptional one, and your complete satisfaction is our utmost concern. If for any reason you cannot leave fully positive feedback, contact us first and we will make it right.
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