International Medal Lot – Nigeria National Service Medal (1966–1970) & Thailand Order of the Royal Crown
Historical and Cultural Context:
This lot offers two significant medals representing two nations’ distinct historical periods:
Nigeria National Service Medal (1966–1970): Issued to commemorate military or national service during a turbulent era in Nigeria, notably covering the Nigerian Civil War.
Thailand Order of the Royal Crown: An esteemed Thai order awarded for services rendered to the Kingdom, typically in civil or military capacities.
Medal Design:
Nigeria National Service Medal:
Diameter: 35.50 mm
Material: Bronze finish
Obverse: Depicts the map of Nigeria
Reverse: Nigerian flag within the map outline, surrounded by symbols representing military and national service
Ribbon: Multicolored stripes (blue, olive, sky blue, and red)
Thailand Order of the Royal Crown:
Diameter: 33.53 mm
Obverse: Features a traditional Thai crown within an ornate border
Reverse: Decorative Thai script design
Suspension: A finely detailed royal headdress emblem
Ribbon: Blue with green and red edge stripes
Summary:
A unique pairing of medals from Africa and Asia reflecting distinct national service traditions and honors. Ideal for collectors of military and international awards.
Conditions:
Please refer to the detailed photos for exact condition. Both medals show age-appropriate patina and wear. The Nigeria medal’s ribbon is slightly frayed at the top.