This is an example of a custom framed Purple Heat Medal. It includes the signed award document stating it was received for wounds sustained in action. The Purple Heart Metal is framed with the citation document and a Combat Action Badge. The display design for this medal uses triple acid-free/conservation grade mats. The mat colors match the colors in both the medal and the award. The top mat is an off-white linen textured mat. The medal and the Combat Action Badge are mounted to an off-white linen bottom mat. The middle mat is purple and forms a pronounced contrast around the items in the frame. The award document is mounted to an acid-free reversible foamboard. This permits the document to be removed at a later date without damage. An open V-groove separates the document and the objects from the medal. The open V-groove also provides symmetry to the design. The Purple Heat Medal was framed using conservation grade materials and techniques—including 99% UV protective glass. As custom picture framers, we offer a number of options for framing the Purple Heart Medal. Some of these framing options include using different mat colors with different style frame profiles—such as acid-free suedes or paper mats. Additional framing options include the placement of memorabilia items inside the frame with the medal.