Tobias,
This is a post WW2 medal. It is complete with the lapel pin and ribbon and I agree that this is from the 80s. The bonus is the outer cardboard shipping box. In many instances this outer box is discarded prior to the decoration being awarded. In some instances though this outer cardboard box is used to ship the medal to the Soldier after they departed the unit or was sent to next of kin..
The large blue award cases today have a smooth face and this appears to be one of those. The blue presentation cases from the Vietnam era to the early and late 70's have a more rough textured pebbled finish to the cases. You will be able to see this texture once your medal arrives and confirm if it is a smooth face finish or pebbled...
Smitty
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