Laos, Kingdom. A Medal for Excellence in Education, I Class Commander

Médaille de L'Instruction Publique, Lian Khunnawuthi Haeng Kansuksa. Instituted in 1955. (Commandeur / Dadiyaphon). In bronze gilt with blue enamels, measuring 38.5 mm (w) x 58.2 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally-pierced ball suspension, intact enamels, on its full-length original neck ribbon, extremely fine.

Footnote: The Medal for Excellence in Education was instituted on February 24, 1955, for meritorious service in regard to education. It was awarded in three classes: I Class Commander, II Class Officer and III Class Knight.