United States. A Legion Of Merit, Legionnaire Grade Hold Following this early decision

Following this early decision

except for a stamp of the photographer

in die-stamped gilded bronze

chipping and loss evident in the red and green enamels at the base of the crown

an open book below with Petras Rimša’s "Wise Owl" insignia perched upon it

United States. A Legion Of Merit, Legionnaire Grade Hold Following this early decisionIn bronze gilt with red, white, navy blue and green enamels, measuring 48. 5 mm (w) x 46 mm (h), intact enamels, original ribbon with brooch pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: The Legion of Merit is a military award of the United States Armed Forces that is given for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. The decoration is issued to members of the eight uniformed services of the United States, as