Original U.S. WWII Inert MkII Pineapple Grenade with Yellow Ring & Correct Fuse Category_MG 42 Mounts The award is in fantastic

The award is in fantastic condition with a lovely aged patina on the medal

Kept together by the family for 70 years

The Citation Reads as Follows:

with areas that show tearing

and flew 262

Original U.S. WWII Inert MkII Pineapple Grenade with Yellow Ring & Correct Fuse Category_MG 42 Mounts The award is in fantasticOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This grenade cannot be converted to an explosive device and is not available for export. The Mk II was standardized in 1920 replacing the Mk I of 1917. It was phased out gradually, the U. S. Navy being the last users, and on 2 April 1945 the Mk II and Mk IIA1 were re designated the Mk 2 and Mk 2A1. The Mk II was commonly