Vintage National Defense Service Medal - Authentic US Military Award w/ Box
Up for sale is an authentic, full-size National Defense Service Medal (NDSM). This is a genuine United States Armed Forces award, established in 1953 to recognize honorable active-duty service during designated periods of national emergency or conflict.
Product Specifications:
- Award Type: Service Medal.
- Size: Full Size (Standard issue for dress uniforms).
- Medallion Design: Features an American bald eagle perched on a sword and palm branch, with the words "National Defense" embossed above.
- Ribbon: High-quality silk-style drape with the iconic red and yellow pattern, including thin blue and white stripes.
- Case: This medal comes in its original clear-lidded storage/display box with a foam insert.
- Attachment: Features a standard pin-back/brooch mounting system for easy attachment to a uniform, shadow box, or display mount.
Key Features & History:
- Historic Significance: This medal has been awarded for service during the Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War, and the Global War on Terrorism.
- Official Issue: This is a military-grade award, perfect for active-duty replacements, veteran shadow boxes, or historical military collections.
- Collector Grade: Presentation in the original protective box makes this an ideal gift or high-quality addition to a militaria collection.
selling as pictured.
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