United States. A World War One Victory Medal With Naval “Mine Laying” Clasp United Republic of reverse presenting a vertical pin

reverse presenting a vertical pin assembly

the throat held in place by one screw

Button on style shoulder boards constructed of dark blue felt overlaid with four matte grey chords arranged in a U pattern

Age-appropriate oxidation and material fatigue is evident to the metal

Royal Canadian Regiment on August 15th

United States. A World War One Victory Medal With Naval “Mine Laying” Clasp United Republic of reverse presenting a vertical pinIn bronze, measuring 36mm, worn on original ribbon with MINE LAYING navy clasp and pin on reverse, light wear, ribbon faded, light discoloration across obverse of medal, otherwise in extremely fine condition. Footnote: The World War I Victory Medal was established by Army and Navy General Orders in 1919, as a war service medal. The Bronze Medal was awarded to all branches of the Armed Forces in recognition of active duty during the First World War