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Two of the medals are for outstanding service of some form and the one with the "V" is for heroism in combat. However multiple awards of the medal to individuals did not happen. The medal, with or without Combat "V" is awarded. Subsequent awards are shown with a Star or Maple leaf depending on the branch of service.
While Bronze Stars are fairly common, those with V devices – for combat gallantry – are much more rare. Only one in 40 Bronze Stars are awarded with a V-device, for those who performed well under fire at great personal risk.
Don't assume every old coin is made of silver. Your coin has a V on it because V is the Roman numeral for 5, so you have a nickel, made of plain old nickel and copper. It's most commonly called a Liberty nickel, but sometimes it's referred to as a "V nickel". See the Related Question for more details.
Kate's Cardio Combat - 2002 V is rated/received certificates of: UK:E
The US Bronze Star Medal is awarded for deeds other than combat related action, but the medal with a "V" on it indicates it is awarded for combat action ("V" for Valor).
1. STARS, not "starts" 2. Copper-nickel, not silver 3. Miss Liberty, not just any lady V is the Roman numeral for 5 so you have a nickel. There's more information at the Related Question.
No it does not have any silver
Don't assume every old coin is made of silver. Your coin has a V on it because V is the Roman numeral for 5, so you have a nickel, made of plain old nickel and copper. It's most commonly called a Liberty nickel, but sometimes it's referred to as a "V nickel". However, without knowing its date it's difficult to assign a value. Please post a new question with that information.
Copper-nickel, not silver E Pluribus Unum, not "You Pluribus Unum" Your coin has a V on it because V is the Roman numeral for 5, so you have a 5-cent piece. See the Related Question for more details.
That's a Liberty nickel, which contains NO silver. The V on the back is the Roman numeral for 5. 1903 is a relatively common date, currently worth around $2 in worn condition and upwards of $60 if uncirculated.
No, a Silver Star is only awarded under such cicumstances that "valor" is apparaent, thus no V insignia is added, however the Bronze Star can be awarded with or without a V.
A brass "V" about the size of this actual letter which is pinned on the cloth portion of the medal or the ribbon. The "V" stands for Valor.