Vietnam ARVN Full Size Medal

The Vietnam ARVN Full Size Medal is an authentic military decoration originally awarded by the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN). These medals were issued to recognize various acts of service, merit, or valor by both Vietnamese and allied military personnel during the Vietnam War era, which spanned from 1955 to 1975. Each medal varies in design according to the category of award, but typically features distinctive emblems, inscriptions, and colored ribbons symbolic of the specific honor. This full-size version reflects the format intended for wear on ceremonial uniforms. The medals were commonly produced in metal, often with enamel detailing, and attached to a suspension ribbon representative of the award’s class or campaign. With the dissolution of South Vietnam in 1975, the production and official issuance of these medals ceased, and surviving examples provide tangible historical context to the period. This item is suited for collectors, historians, and researchers focused on Vietnam War-era military history.