This item is part of The Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection. Click Here to view all items in this collection.
(Shuang Lung Pao Hsing). Instituted in 1882. Type II (1900-1912 Issue). A silver gilt award, consisting of six smooth arms, obverse centre presenting three concentric circles, first presenting a large coral bead denoting I Class, second with two ascending dragons as well as a a small coral bead denoting III Grade, final outer circle consisting of alternating tower and thunder clouds in blue enamel, measuring 44.8 mm (w) x 63.8 mm (h- inclusive of its integral ring), enamel loss, contact marks on the reverse, very fine.
This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr.Goodwin between 1946-1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an educator and prominent physician in New York as well as actively serving in both World Wars with the United States Medical Corps. He acted as both President and Vice-President of the Orders and Medals Society of America (OMSA) and is responsible for organizing their first convention in 1960. He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. His knowledge and passion for history and awards is evident in this meticulously compiled collection that is now available in its entirety for the first time exclusively on eMedals.com.

