Colombia. A Bronze Star (Estrella de Bronce) for Korea

Bronze, unmarked, obverse illustrating the Colombian coat-of-arms surrounded by a full wreath of laurel leaves, reverse illustrating the Republic of Korea Taeguk insignia and inscribed "CAMPAÑA DE COREA" above, 40.7 mm (w) x 39.5 mm (h), original ribbon with embroidered Republic of Korea Taeguk insignia suspended from a pinback hanger, extremely fine.

Footnote: The Medal for Distinguished Service in International War was established on March 27, 1952 by decree number 812, awarded to military personnel for acts of bravery or meritorious acts during war or international conflict overseas, but has since been awarded only to military personnel who fought in the Korea War. It is awarded in two categories: The one award is the Bronze Star (Estrella de Bronce) for Korea, which is a faceted bronze five-pointed star resembling the American Bronze Star. The other award is the Iron Cross (Cruz de Hierro) for Korea. To date, the medal (in both formats) has only been authorized for the Korean Conflict. Additional awards are indicated by a bronze oak leaf mounted to the ribbon.