SKU: 2037 DEFMER-MINI

Defense Meritorious Service Miniature Medal

$ 16.05 USD

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Description

Defense Meritorious Service Miniature Medal

Criteria:

The Defense Meritorious Service Medal (DMSM) is an award presented in the name of the Secretary of Defense to members of the Armed Forces. It is the third-highest award that the Department of Defense issues, and is awarded to those who distinguish themselves though non-combat meritorious service or achievement, in a joint capacity. Created on November 3rd, 1977 by President Jimmy Carter's Executive Order 12019, it was first awarded to Major Terrell G Covington of the United States Army.

Similar to the Meritorious Service Medal, the DMSM is awarded for multi-service assignments, while the MSM is awarded for service to a specific branch. Subsequent awards are denoted by wearing a bronze Oak Leaf Cluster on the medal or service ribbon.

Shipping & Returns

99% of orders ship within 24 business hours, but please allow up to 2 business days for in-stock products to be packaged and shipped.

  • Online orders requiring next-day delivery must be placed by 11:00 a.m. (CST). After 11:00 a.m. please call us at 1-877-653-9577 to ensure that we can ship your order out on-time. NOTE: Please call us for all orders placed on Mondays requiring next-day delivery.
  • Federal Express orders do not require a signature upon delivery. If you need us to add the signature requirement, please leave a note in your order comments or call us at 1-877-653-9577.
  • If an item is temporarily out of stock you will be notified via email and given an estimated delivery time. Backordered items will be shipped separately from the original order via USPS First Class Mail. Expedited shipping for backordered items is available upon customer request.
  • We cannot guarantee delivery times to APO/FPO addresses. Shipments to APO/FPOs are affected by the logistical needs of particular theaters of operation. Please consult the USPS or unit mail rooms for information about delivery times to specific APO/FPO addresses. NOTE: Choosing an expedited shipping option for an APO/FPO address does not ensure faster delivery.
  • We cannot accept C.O.D. orders or deliveries.

Return Policy:

All items sold on USAMM are manufactured to the highest standards and we feel the same way about customer service. If you feel the need to return or exchange an item based on the guidelines below, we will gladly make it happen.

  • Merchandise must be in its original condition.
  • Merchandise can be returned for a full refund within four months of order date.
  • After four months from order date merchandise can only be returned for exchange or store credit.
  • After one year from order date no merchandise returns will be accepted.
  • Refunds will be issued to the original credit card.
  • Exchanges can be made for the same item or for items of equal or lesser value.
  • Any additional costs not covered in the exchange will require settlement by credit card before shipment.
  • Exchanges are subject to availability. A refund will be processed if the product is unavailable.
  • You must include a return address. For the safety of our employees, any package received without a return address on the outside of the package will be destroyed, and USAMM will not replace the contents of the package.
  • Please be aware, returned bulk orders of more than $1,000 will be subject to a 5% restocking fee.

NOTE: Special orders such as ribbon and medal mounting will be accepted for returns on a case by case basis. Ribbons and medals with attachments will not be accepted for return unless a mounting error was made.

Return Procedures:

  • Document return reason(s) on the original packing slip that came with the order. (If you don't have your original packing slip, just include a note letting us know why you're returning the product. Please include the original order number, purchaser name, address, and telephone number.)
  • Pack your return with the completed form (in the original package if possible) and send it to USAMM at:

    USAMM
    Attn: Customer Returns
    807 N Twin Creek Drive
    Killeen, TX 76543

Please note: USAMM’ facilities do not accept hand deliveries.

Overall rating: 4.894737 / 5 from 19 reviews.

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Reviews

Perfect set of medals… as always!

"Always easy to work with, always comes out looking great, and always on time. I’ve been getting my medals and ribbons from USAMM for over 10 years, and I’m constantly impressed with their quality and customer service. Thanks for all you do!!"

Jon U. (5/5)

Excellent

"Excellent"

Henry C. (5/5)

Excellent service. Excellent product. Reasonably

"Excellent service. Excellent product. Reasonably priced."

Eugene W. (5/5)

Last minute purchase - quick turnaround

"Thanks for the quick turnaround. No issues. Would buy from them again."

Brian S. (5/5)

An EXCELLENT product and purchase experience

"I'm stationed at a fairly remote Navy base with a small and somewhat poorly-stocked NEX. I was in a pinch to get my mini medal rack updated, but was unable to get it done with what the NEX had available. Enter USAMM!!! Their rack configuration tool and their estimates for both production and shipping timelines all blew their competition out of the water. Received the product within about four business days, and its quality and appearance are amazing! My *only* gripe about this experience is the way this product review interface is set up... I'm being asked to review each medal and device, rather than the sum of all of those elements."

David B. (5/5)

3 little medals

"The medals look great. But I'm not sure. I thought I asked that they overlap rather than side by side."

Vance B. (4/5)

Thank you !

"Rapid response, quality product"

Christopher F. (5/5)

Very satisfied with USAMM

"I initially ordered online, a rack of ribbons and a rack of medals. There was some confusion with the order most likely attributable to me, so I called customer service. Their response was impressive. Straightened out my order and the turn around time from order to delivery was extremely short. All items from the order were in perfect condition and very professionally and diligently assembled."

Ross V. (5/5)

Easy to order and rapid

"Easy to order and rapid delivery!"

Kent H. (5/5)

Miniature medals

"Amazingly fast job - needed them for my wedding, which was featured in people magazine 😁"

James E. (5/5)

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Defense Meritorious Service Miniature Medal

$ 16.05 USD

Defense Meritorious Service Miniature Medal

Criteria:

The Defense Meritorious Service Medal (DMSM) is an award presented in the name of the Secretary of Defense to members of the Armed Forces. It is the third-highest award that the Department of Defense issues, and is awarded to those who distinguish themselves though non-combat meritorious service or achievement, in a joint capacity. Created on November 3rd, 1977 by President Jimmy Carter's Executive Order 12019, it was first awarded to Major Terrell G Covington of the United States Army.

Similar to the Meritorious Service Medal, the DMSM is awarded for multi-service assignments, while the MSM is awarded for service to a specific branch. Subsequent awards are denoted by wearing a bronze Oak Leaf Cluster on the medal or service ribbon.

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