Original U.S. WWII Cased Numbered Distinguished Service Cross Set by Bailey, Banks & Biddle Co. - #9603

Original Items: Only One Set Available. The Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) is the United States Army's second highest military decoration for soldiers who display extraordinary heroism in combat with an armed enemy force. Actions that merit the Distinguished Service Cross must be of such a high degree that they are above those required for all other U.S. combat decorations, but which do not meet the criteria for the Medal of Honor. The Army Distinguished Service Cross is equivalent to the Navy and Marine Corps' Navy Cross, the Air Force and Space Force's Air Force Cross, and the Coast Guard Cross. Prior to the creation of the Air Force Cross in 1960, airmen were awarded the Distinguished Service Cross.

This DSC medal is a great, worn example made by Bailey, Banks & Biddle Co., one of the most well-known makers of American insignia and awards. This example is numbered, 9603, a great research project.

The medal set includes a lovely original DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS marked case with a matching ribbon and screw post lapel device on the inside. All items appear without extensive damage and are in lovely condition.

This is a tremendous offering, the first DSC we’ve offered in its case in a long time. Comes ready for further research and display!