Korea, Empire. An Order of the Taeguk, II Class Star Newly Listed and National Medal (RONALD WAITE)

and National Medal (RONALD WAITE)

659373” on reverse

WELLIS & CO

but overall gently worn

the Squadron's first success since arriving in Egypt

Korea, Empire. An Order of the Taeguk, II Class Star Newly Listed and National Medal (RONALD WAITE)( taegeug ui jumun). Instituted April 17, 1900. A multi piece construction Breast Star, in silver with enamelled rays atop a larger silver star. The obverse center piece presents a red and blue enamelled taeguk surrounded by the white enamelled rays. The reverse center is engraved with Japanese characters and a vertical pinback with dual stays. The star measures at 91 mm in diameter and weighs 108. 0 grams. The enamels are intact and silver presenting