Original WWI U.S. Victory Medal with Rare Navy “SUBCHASER” Clasp – Authentic & Desirable!

For sale is a genuine World War I United States Victory Medal featuring the scarce U.S. Navy SUBCHASER operational clasp. This is a beautiful, authentic example from the Great War, awarded to Navy personnel who served aboard submarine chasers – the fast, wooden-hulled patrol vessels that played a critical role in anti-submarine warfare in the Atlantic.

Key Details:

• Obverse: Classic winged Victory figure holding shield and sword, designed by renowned sculptor James Earle Fraser.

• Reverse: Standard inscription “THE GREAT WAR FOR CIVILIZATION” with U.S. shield, fasces, and listing of Allied nations (France, Italy, Serbia, Japan, Montenegro, Russia, Greece / Great Britain, Belgium, Brazil, Portugal, Romania, China).

• Ribbon: Original double-rainbow pattern, showing honest age and wear consistent with over 100 years.

• Clasp: Bronze Navy bar inscribed “SUBCHASER” (one-word variant, matching known original manufacturer styles). Only 8,451 SUBCHASER clasps were officially issued – far fewer than common Navy clasps like ESCORT (over 20,000) – making this one of the scarcer and more sought-after Navy variants.

• Condition: Very good circulated condition with attractive even patina, no damage, bends, or repairs. The clasp is securely attached, and the medal hangs properly. Rim is not named (unnamed as issued in many cases).

• 100% Authentic: Matches all official design features – no reproductions or post-war fakes here.

This medal represents the daring service of U.S. Navy “subchaser” crews who hunted German U-boats in dangerous convoy escort and patrol duties.

A fantastic piece of U.S. Navy history – perfect for a WWI collection, display, or reenactment. Don’t miss this one; authentic SUBCHASER examples don’t come up often!