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Medal · United States
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United StatesSold median$38
median of 27 recent sales, 42 in all · typically $18 – $44 · 1 for sale now
All classes, authentic single pieces, US dollars with buyer's premium; recent = dated sales of the last 10 years. Updated 3 Nov 2026.
The National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) is a service award of the United States Armed Forces established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953. It was awarded to every member of the U.S. Armed Forces who served during any one of four specified periods of armed conflict or national emergency from June 27, 1950 through December 31, 2022. Combat or "in theater" service is not a requirement for the award.
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Sold: realised prices with buyer's premium, median and middle 50%. Buy now: asking prices, kept separate.
All examples
| Class | Sold median | Typical range | Sales | Buy now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All examples | $38 | $18 – $44 | 27last 17 Oct 2026 | 1 listed · $24 |
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$15
+ est. 25% premium ≈ $19 paid
£12
approximately ≈ $16
Hornbeam Militaria
£18
approximately ≈ $24
Invaluablesold
$30
+ est. 25% premium ≈ $38 paid
Invaluablesold
$30
+ est. 25% premium ≈ $38 paid
Invaluablesold
$30
+ est. 25% premium ≈ $38 paid
LiveAuctioneerssold
$15
+ est. 25% premium ≈ $19 paid
Invaluablesold
$30
+ est. 25% premium ≈ $38 paid