※※※※Please be sure to refer to the profile before applying if you wish to purchase※※※※ This is a U.S. Silver Star Medal. The Silver Star is a medal awarded to U.S. military personnel "for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States" and was established in 1942. It follows the Citation Star, established in 1918, and this can be seen in the silver star at the center of the medal. The order of precedence for medals is Medal of Honor → Distinguished Service Cross → Defense Distinguished Service Medal → Legion of Merit → Silver Star. The medal body has some minor stains on the sides, but is generally in good condition. The ribbon shows some discoloration and rust on the pin clasp on the back. I have tried to include photos to show any noticeable scratches or stains, but please understand that there may be other minor scratches and stains before you apply to purchase.