United States. A Purple Heart in Case, Numbered GTRexclude superposed on an enameled white

superposed on an enameled white and red background inscribed BRIGADA DE CIRCULACION

and 2609 Corporal (later Sergeant) John E

At the start of a combat operation near Chorwon

The scabbard is dent-free and was repainted many years ago

with a black leather trim around the entire perimeter which shows some signs of use

United States. A Purple Heart in Case, Numbered GTRexclude superposed on an enameled whiteIn bronze gilt, enamels and purple resin, the edge has been impressed numbered 691174, measures 35 mm (w) x 47 mm (h), gilt wear to the obverse, enamels intact, contact marks to edges, remains near very fine. In original case, black leatherette exterior marked PURPLE HEART, with velvet interior, measures 90 mm (w) x 170 mm (h) x 30 mm (d), light wear and scuffing to exterior. Accompanied by the ribbon bar.