Military medal

This emoji is commonly used to express congratulations or to show appreciation for an accomplishment. It is popular among all age groups, but is most commonly used by younger generations on social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat. This emoji is not considered rude, as it is generally used to express positive sentiments.

The history of this emoji can be traced back to the mid-2010s, when it was first added to the Unicode Standard in 2010. Since then, it has become increasingly popular as a way to express congratulations and appreciation. The emoji has also been used in various political contexts, such as to honor veterans or to celebrate military victories. Additionally, this emoji has been used in popular culture, such as in the 2018 film Bohemian Rhapsody, where it was used to honor Queen guitarist Brian May.