Original U.S. WWII Legion of Merit Officer Degree With Correct Gold Tone Full Wrap Brooch With “Small Numbers” and Locking Catch U.S. Artillery which is relatively common

which is relatively common

possibly from the conversion

It was then repainted on the outside with a very nice replicated "panel camouflage" pattern

showing masses of patina

Equipped with a map

Original U.S. WWII Legion of Merit Officer Degree With Correct Gold Tone Full Wrap Brooch With “Small Numbers” and Locking Catch U.S. Artillery which is relatively commonOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Legion of Merit is a military award of the United States Armed Forces that is given for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. The decoration is issued to members of the eight uniformed services of the United States as well as to military and political figures of foreign governments. The Officer Degree of the Legion of Merit Medal is, on a wreath of green