The bronze 'V' (Valor) emblem on the riband indicates that the recipient was either a member of the United Army or United States Air Force prior to 2017, or including awards to United States Navy & United States Marine Corps since 2017In 2017 the awarding of 'V' emblems was standardised for the US Armed Services, with all services adopting the same emblems)A 'V' device is a metal 1⁄4-inch (6.4 mm) capital letter 'V' with serifs which, when worn on certain decorations awarded by the United States Armed Forces, distinguishes a decoration awarded for combat valor or heroism from the same decoration being awarded for a member's actions under circumstances other than combatThe Joint Service Commendation Medal is awarded for acts of heroism (with appropriate emblems on the riband), or meritorious service or achievement while assigned to a Joint Activity involving several services of the armed forces - and hence usually associated with 'Staff' appointments and strategic command and planning rolesThe riband of the decoration with a 9mm crimp brooch as issued, this retaining the original intricate hinged pin and drop lock clasp fittings on reverse. With hallmark for 'Graco-GI' indented on reverse of the broochA most attractive gilt and enamel decoration - a choice exampleCondition: EF