Original U.S. WWII Legion of Merit Legionnaire Degree With Correct 1940’s “Gold Gilt” Full Wrap Brooch with Locking Catch and Lapel Device With Proper Case German Badges & Signs though it definitely shows overall

though it definitely shows overall wear

The blade is 2 inches wide at the widest point

apparently from trying to pry it out at sometime in the past

during the closing stages of the Battle of the Bulge

Original U.S. WWII Legion of Merit Legionnaire Degree With Correct 1940’s “Gold Gilt” Full Wrap Brooch with Locking Catch and Lapel Device With Proper Case German Badges & Signs though it definitely shows overallOriginal Item: Only One Available. 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 well as to military and political figures of foreign governments. The Legionnaire Degree of the Legion of Merit Medal and the Legion of Merit