Korea – Order of the Taegeuk, Third Class Neck Badge ()
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Korea – Order of the Taegeuk, Third Class Neck Badge ()
Sale price
$999.00
Regular price
$1,029.00
Product details
- Material: Alloy with enamel finish
- Size: Full size neck badge
- Class: III Class (Third Class)
Description:
reproduction of the Order of the Taegeuk, an Order of chivalry of the Korean Empire. The order was instituted on April 17, 1900 by Emperor Gwangmu (Gojong), the last King of Joseon and the first Emperor of Korea.
It was divided into eight classes. The Third Class Neck Badge was awarded to officials who had already received the Fourth Class and continued to serve admirably for four or more years. The order could also be conferred upon foreign recipients, with rank and class determined by the imperial government.