Colombia, Republic. A Medal For Service In War Overseas, Bronze Star For The Korean War, C.1955 Newly Listed most of the blue paint

most of the blue paint has been lost

maker markings “ SE CH”

with aluminum fitted hangers (very fine condition)

with a half-wreath of laurel leaves at the base of the medal

to reward ""military services in the colonies

Colombia, Republic. A Medal For Service In War Overseas, Bronze Star For The Korean War, C.1955 Newly Listed most of the blue paint(Medalla por servicios en "Guerra Internacional", Estrella de Bronce). Instituted in 1952. In bronze gilt, measuring 41 mm (w) x 46. 8 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, embroidered Taegukgi of the Republic of Korea flag on its original ribbon, suspended from a traditional horizontal hanger with pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal for Service in War Overseas was established by Decree No. 812 of 1952. The medal is for award to