United States. A Purple Heart To Technician Carlson, 4Th Armored Div, Kia During Operation Hammelburg, Task Force Baum Hold From July 1954 to June

From July 1954 to June 1955

but this is only speculation

court mounted as worn

measuring 103 mm x 130 mm x 22 mm

United States. A Purple Heart To Technician Carlson, 4Th Armored Div, Kia During Operation Hammelburg, Task Force Baum Hold From July 1954 to JuneTwo piece construction, in bronze gilt with purple, red, white and green enamels, engraved "EDWIN H. CARLSON" on the reverse, measuring 34. 8 mm (w) x 44 mm (h), original ribbon with brooch pinback, intact enamels, very light contact, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked "PURPLE HEART" on the lid, scuffing and wear evident on the exterior, soiled medal bed, case fair. Accompanied by assorted research papers. Footnote: Edwin H.