Korea, Republic of South Korea. An Order of Military Merit, "Hwarang" IV Class Badge
무공훈장武功勳章. Instituted in 1950. 1963-1967 Issue. In bronze gilt with red, white, orange and mid-tone blue enamels, 47.5 mm (w) x 48.3 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon with pinback, extremely fine.
Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on October 18, 1950. It was awarded to military personnel, for outstanding conduct during wartime or in a state of emergency, originally in four classes.