This is a fine piece of history from a Civil War veteran. It is an original reunion badge that was worn by a member of the Grand Army of the Republic. This was the veteran's organization of the Union veterans of the Civil War. In order to become a member of the organization you had to prove that you served honorably for the United States during the war. This is the ribbon that is made of the orange ribbon with black lettering that reads "GEORGE H. THOMAS , No. 17 G.A.R. INDIANAPOLIS INDIANA". It is a nice large ribbon that measures 8-1/2 inches by 2-1/2 inches in size. This one is very nice and will enhance any collection.