Korea, Republic, South Korea. An Order of Military Merit, Inheon Grade

무공훈장武功勳章. Instituted in 1950. 5th Class (1963-1967). In silver gilt with red, white, blue and black enamels, number impressed "489" on the reverse, measuring 42.5 mm (w) x 44.5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon, extremely fine.

Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on October 18, 1950, then revised in 1963, 1967 and again in 1973. It is awarded to military personnel for outstanding conduct during wartime or in a state of emergency, in five grades.