United States. A Silver Star Medal, Miniature United Republic of the obverse bears a loop

the obverse bears a loop for attachment

the reverse with a barrel hinge and tapering vertical pinback

measuring 151x212mm

in charge of the Remount Commission in Montreal

United States. A Silver Star Medal, Miniature United Republic of the obverse bears a loopTwo piece construction, in gilt and blackened bronze, measuring 17. 8 mm (w) x 23. 2 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, original ribbon with pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: The Silver Star Medal is the United States Armed Forces' third highest personal decoration for valor in combat. The Silver Star Medal is awarded primarily to members of the United States Armed Forces for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States.