United States. A Silver Star To Lawrence Jordan, Jr. With Case United Republic of 8 mm silvered stylized "L"

8 mm silvered stylized "L" insignia affixed to the upper

incorporating a heavy steel crossguard with muzzle ring

as per the medal presented here

aware of the loss of Attu and the impending arrival of the larger Allied force

United States. A Silver Star To Lawrence Jordan, Jr. With Case United Republic of 8 mm silvered stylized "L"Two piece construction, silver star placed upon a bronze gilt star shaped base, engraved "LAWRENCE JORDAN JR." on the reverse, measuring 36 mm (w) x 34. 7 mm (h), contact marks evident on the reverse, original ribbon with brooch pinback, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked "SILVER STAR MEDAL" on the lid, slight undulation in the fabric on the exterior covering of the lid, case also near extremely fine.