Arm Shield Patches were on a black background
also including an Unterseeflotte ribbon
As early as April 1941
on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon with a horizontal pinback
The exterior cover bears a silver embossed inscription of “KRIEGSERINNERUNGEN” (“WAR MEMORIES”) in Fraktur script
United States. A Purple Heart to Kevin O. Thomas, with Case United Republic of Arm Shield Patches were onTwo piece construction, in bronze gilt with red, white, purple and green enamels, reverse machine engraved KEVIN O. THOMAS, measuring 34. 9 mm (w) x 47. 0 mm (h), original ribbon with brooch pinback, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked "PURPLE HEART" on the lid, the interior lid shows staining, wear and residue to the exterior. A ribbon bar is included.