Replacing an Official Presidential Service Badge
Original Size • Numbered Award
We are committed to supporting and guiding badge recipients who wish to replace a lost or damaged official, numbered Presidential Service Badge. While we do not issue or manufacture replacements directly, we are pleased to provide verified guidance on the proper process.
Official Replacement Process
To replace an official, numbered Presidential Service Badge, requests must be submitted through the
National Personnel Records Center (NPRC)
via the National Archives.
🔗 Official replacement page:
https://www.archives.gov/veterans/replace-medals.html
The Presidential Service Badge is treated as an authorized award, and replacements are handled through formal federal records channels.
What You’ll Need
Required documentation may include:
An unofficial copy of your DD-214, NAVPERS, or comparable service record
Documentation verifying authorization of the award and badge number
Providing accurate documentation helps ensure timely processing.
How the Process Works
Replacement requests are reviewed and fulfilled by the NPRC
Requests are submitted through the National Archives portal
Processing times and outcomes are determined by federal records availability
Cost Information
A nominal fee may apply, depending on the nature of the request and records involved
Fees are set by the federal processing authority, not by this organization
Active-Duty Service Members
If you are currently serving, you may be required to consult your unit administration office before submitting a request, as internal procedures may apply.
Original Size • Numbered Award
Official Replacement
Issued through federal records channels
Numbered badge, tied to official records
Requires verified service documentation (DD-214, NAVPERS, etc.)
Considered an official replacement
Subject to federal processing timelines and requirements
Intended for formal recognition and record accuracy
non-numbered commemorative replicas
Commemorative Display
Obtained through third-party vendors
Non-numbered replica
Best displayed alongside service documentation
Considered a symbolic representation
Accessible option when official replacement is not feasible
Intended for display, remembrance, and legacy preservation
A note of respect:
Every badge holder’s service is real, valid, and worthy of recognition.
Official replacements follow federal processes. Commemorative displays offer a meaningful way to visibly honor that same service when an official replacement is not accessible.
The form may differ, but the legacy does not.
Display & Commemorative Options (Non-Numbered)
For some badge holders, an official replacement may not be accessible or practical. In these cases, non-numbered commemorative replicas can serve as a meaningful and respectful alternative.
These replicas are intended for display, remembrance, or ceremonial purposes and may be especially appropriate when:
The original badge cannot be replaced through official channels
Financial or logistical constraints exist
The badge is being displayed alongside verified service documentation
While commemorative replicas do not carry an official number, they may thoughtfully represent the original award when accompanied by supporting records such as a DD-214 or equivalent documentation confirming authorization.
Many badge holders choose this option as a way to honor their service, preserve legacy, and maintain visible recognition, particularly in home displays, memorial cases, or educational settings.
Please note:
These items are not issued or validated by a federal authority
They should be represented as commemorative or display replicas
Authorization of service is reflected through accompanying documentation, not the replica itself
For those seeking a commemorative, non-numbered replica for display purposes, you may explore third-party options here:
https://coinsouvenir.com/products/us-president-service-badge-solid-copper-brooch-pin-replica-movie-props, to be presented alongside your verified service documentation as a representation of the original award.