Laos, Kingdom. A Medal For Excellence In Education, Iii Class Knight, C.1960 Auction Archive marked “original” and “Ges

marked “original” and “Ges

73 mm (h - inclusive of integral ball)

The cross and photo come together

with the silver finish approximately 75% preserved on the reverse

Laos, Kingdom. A Medal For Excellence In Education, Iii Class Knight, C.1960 Auction Archive marked “original” and “GesInstituted in 1955. In bronze gilt with blue enamels, measuring 38. 2 mm (w) x 62. 5 mm (h), intact enamels, very light contact on the reverse, original ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal for Excellence in Education, often termed an Order, was instituted in 1955 and was awarded for meritorious service in the field of education, in three classes: Commander, Officer and Knight.