US Army Airborne Badge & Missing Device?

Howdy

I'm trying to determine what device might have been placed in the hole seen in the attached picture of a US Army Airborne badge. I'm restoring for display the badge and associated medals earned by one of our servicemen for my in-laws.

The ribbons indicate that for the European-African Middle Eastern Campaign Military Medal, the veteran earned one Arrowhead Device (bronze) and four Service Stars (also bronze).

Thanks ahead of time for your help.

Dane
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The hole is for a bronze star,the same as on a campaign ribbon.Star indicates a combat jump such as D-Day,or Market garden etc.

 

The hole looks to be consistant with a "star" device used to denote a combat jump.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parachutist_Badge_(United_States)#Combat_Jump_Device

The stars were often applied "in the field" as a soldier modification. The star is the same as what would be used on the EAME Campaign Medal/ Ribbon, except that it was gold in color.

 

Thanks guys...I'll track one down and complete the badge. Appreciate the color reference...that'll help keep the integrity of the award.

Dane