for the navy, marine corps, and coast guard, the "v" is always worn in the center of the service ribbon, while any gold or silver inch stars are added in balance to the right and left of the "v" starting with the right side from the wearer's perspective. the navy, marine corps, and coast guard continue to award and issue the bronze version. the marine corps allows anodized medals and anodized combat "v"s to be worn on the dress blues uniform.