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WWII US Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal -
The Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal is a decoration which was first created on May 8, 1919. Originally known as the Marine Corps Expeditionary Ribbon, a full sized medal was authorized in July 1921 by Presidential Order of Warren G. Harding. The Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal is therefore one of the oldest decorations of the United States military which is still issued to active duty personnel.

To be awarded the Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal, personnel must have engaged in a landing on foreign territory, participated in combat operations against an opposing force, or must have participated in a designated operation for which no other service medal is authorized. After 1961, some commands permitted eligible personnel to choose between the Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal, or the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, depending on the nature of the operation in question.

The design of the medal consists of the image of a soldier moving forward with rifle at hand. Backpack on and doughboy type helmet.


This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII US medals and awards. Multiple detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined points that should be noted.

One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my WWII medal or insignia worth?". A price guide is included here to address this question. The value of the medals is reviewed over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of US militaria in the collector's market is illustrated.

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The suspension of the medal has what is known as a half broach. That is to say that the back metal section is does not cover the entire back but only part of it. A pin is provided to secure the medal to the uniform.

The side of the medal has the number 6418 engraved on it. This is a production number.



This US medal or insignia is currently being reproduced. It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this medal/insignia. Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of the collectible.



If you have an interest is seeing other WWII medals or insignia, you can do so by going to our WWII US medals and insignia identification guide. Where we cover Army, Navy, Army Air Force and other organizations.







PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION

The value for WWII US medals and other military antiques and collectibles is provided as a means to educate the collector community and individuals who have a general interest on the field. The following is an estimated value. Prices may vary in every state and every country. This service is provided courtesy of MilitaryItems.com. The source for military antiques and collectibles in the web.

Year 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Value $250.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $ $
Availability Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium
Invest Grade B B B B B


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