United States. A Distinguished Flying Cross, Cased

Fullsize in bronze gilt, measuring 43.2 mm (w) x 47.7 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, original ribbon with dual push pins; and Miniature in bronze gilt, measuring 22.5 mm (w) x 25 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, original ribbon with pinback. Vertical scuff mark evident on the reverse of the Fullsize version, scattered gilt wear on the Miniature, near extremely fine. Accompanied by its 35.5 mm (w) x 10.5 mm ribbon bar with dual push pins and its 16.2 mm (w) x 4 mm (h) enameled ribbon bar with push pin, in its hardshelled case of issue, marked "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" on the lid, case extremely fine.

Footnote: The Distinguished Flying Cross is a military decoration awarded to any officer or enlisted member of the United States Armed Forces who distinguishes himself or herself in support of operations by "heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in an aerial flight, subsequent to November 11, 1918."