United States. A Silver Star Medal, Miniature Newly Listed this design was adopted to

this design was adopted to replace the badge

consisting of an attractive enameled white Maltese Cross with ball finials

Wittich became General Command of the V

with each arm consisting of alternating clusters of three smooth and three faceted rays

United States. A Silver Star Medal, Miniature Newly Listed this design was adopted toTwo piece construction, in gilt and blackened bronze, measuring 17. 8 mm (w) x 23. 2 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, original ribbon with pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: The Silver Star Medal is the United States Armed Forces' third highest personal decoration for valor in combat. The Silver Star Medal is awarded primarily to members of the United States Armed Forces for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States.