Korea, Republic. An Order of National Security Merit, Second Class Gukseon Star Auction of whom almost 5

of whom almost 5

Accompanied by Service Records and assorted research material on both men

constructed of silver with red and white enamels

the obverse with a raised Heer-style German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika

tongue underneath reinforced by linen cloth

Korea, Republic. An Order of National Security Merit, Second Class Gukseon Star Auction of whom almost 5Instituted in 1963. Revised 1973. In silver gilt featuring a six pointed star with red, white and blue enamels, stylized gilt rays in each quadrant, centre with red and blue enamels, reverse with blue enamel surround of the cartouche, award number impressed "762", with central pin assembly, measuring 69. 4 mm (h) x 63. 9 mm(w), with enamel wear, otherwise very finr. Footnote: The Order of Diplomatic Service Merit was instituted on July 25, 1963,