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Original UN Korean War Medals – French Commemorative Medal & Republic of Korea War Service Medal

Key Information:

  • Conflict: Korean War (1950–1953)

  • Countries: France & Republic of Korea (South Korea)

  • Decorations included:

    French Commemorative Medal for UN Operations in Korea – diameter approx. 36.27 mm

    Republic of Korea War Service Medal (UN issue) – diameter approx. 35.50 mm

  • Both with original ribbons and suspension fittings.

Medal Design:

1. France – Commemorative Medal for United Nations Operations in Korea

  • Obverse: Flaming torch above a laurel wreath with a central flower motif.

  • Reverse: Inscribed: “RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE – MÉDAILLE COMMÉMORATIVE FRANÇAISE DES OPÉRATIONS DE L’ORGANISATION DES NATIONS UNIES EN CORÉE.”

  • Translation: “French Commemorative Medal for United Nations Operations in Korea.”

  • Ribbon: Blue with white and red central stripes.

2. Republic of Korea – Korean War Service Medal (United Nations Service)

  • Obverse: Depicts the United Nations globe emblem surrounded by a laurel wreath.

  • Reverse: Korean inscription:

    • 국제련합 (International Union / United Nations)

    • 헌장을옹호한 (Defender of the Charter)

    • 공훈 (Merit / Distinguished Service)

    • Translation: “In Commemoration of Merit in Defense of the Principles of the United Nations.”

  • Suspension bar inscription: 대한민국 (Daehan Minguk – “Republic of Korea”).

  • Ribbon: Light blue with narrow white stripes.

Condition:

  • Both medals show natural age wear and patina.

  • Ribbons retain original colors, with some light handling marks.

  • Pins and suspension systems intact and functional.

  • Very good collectible condition overall.

Historical and Collectible Significance:

  • The French Commemorative Medal recognized the service of the French Battalion attached to the U.S. 2nd Infantry Division in Korea.

  • The Republic of Korea War Service Medal was awarded by South Korea to all UN troops who took part in the conflict, symbolizing the host nation’s gratitude.

  • These medals together represent both the international coalition (United Nations) and France’s national contribution to the Korean War effort.

Summary:

Offered here is a set of two original Korean War commemorative medals:

  • The French Commemorative Medal for United Nations Operations in Korea.

  • The Republic of Korea War Service Medal (United Nations issue).

Both medals come with original ribbons and fittings. A highly collectible pair that reflects the international nature of the Korean War and is essential for any collection of UN or Korean War militaria.

International – Set of Two Commemorative Korean War Medals-France & South Korea

$210.00價格
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