South Korea, Republic. An Order of Taegeuk, VII Class consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac an otherwise exceptionally well-preserved piece

an otherwise exceptionally well-preserved piece in extremely fine condition

when conditions underground were still unknown and there were all manner of possible risks - further explosions

similarly surrounded by a belt with a date of “1866”

secured on both sides by original bronze buttons with the Royal Fusiliers insignia

the interior with a blue rayon lid liner and partially-intact hinge cover

South Korea, Republic. An Order of Taegeuk, VII Class consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac an otherwise exceptionally well-preserved pieceInstitution Date: April 17, 1900. In silver, with white enamelled rays and a blue and red enamelled center piece on the obverse and a blank reverse with an enamelled floral suspension. This medal measures at 42. 8mm (w) x 64. 3mm (h to top of suspension),weighs 24. 8 grams, and is on its period ribbon with a hook and eye. It is accompanied by a bow ribbon lapel pin measuring at 16. 4mm on a screwback and an extra suspension. The medal is contained