United States. A Legion Of Merit, Chief Commander United Republic of and retains 100% of original

and retains 100% of original finish

the reverse smooth and stamped with the maker mark “L

With light patina

cord in gilt bullion wire denoting a General's rank issue

consisting of a chain composed of twelve finely enameled red

United States. A Legion Of Merit, Chief Commander United Republic of and retains 100% of originalInstituted in 1942. Two piece construction, in bronze gilt with red, white, navy blue and green enamels, unmarked, measuring 74 mm (w) x 71. 5 mm (h), horizontal pinback, spotting present on the enamels but they are intact, identification price sticker residue evident on the reverse, the pinback exhibiting greening, near extremely fine. Accompanied by its Ribbon Bar, measuring 35. 5 mm (w) x 10. 5 mm (h), with pinback. Footnote: The Legion of Merit