United States. A Legion Of Merit, Officer Grade Newly Listed the reverse with a center

the reverse with a center red enameled medallion bearing a golden rampant lion

Ireneo Portela) and "1802 - 15 DE JULIO - 1902" (1802 - 15 July - 1902) on the obverse

Page 1 shows a drawing of the order

Demjansk Shield - In sheet metal (magnetic)

United States. A Legion Of Merit, Officer Grade Newly Listed the reverse with a centerIn bronze gilt with red, white, navy blue and green enamels, measuring 48. 5 mm (w) x 46 mm (h), intact enamels, Officer device on its original ribbon with brooch pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: 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