
Highly Collectible Korean War Veterans Memorial Gratitude Medal. Unique Edition: Crafted with Recycled Barbed Wire from the DMZ. This is a rare and meaningful commemorative medal issued by the Republic of Korea Unification Foundation to honor the veterans of the Korean War (6.25). What makes this specific medal truly unique is that it was manufactured by melting down actual barbed wire fences from the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). It serves as a powerful symbol of the transition from conflict to the hope for peace.
Obverse: Features a map of the Korean Peninsula, the text "The Korean War Veterans Memorial", "The Wire Fence From DMZ", and "Thanks and Honor". Ribbon: Decorated with the South Korean national flag (Taegeukgi) and the United Nations (UN) logo.
Presentation Box: Includes the original blue velvet-lined display box. The inside of the lid contains an inscription in Korean confirming its origin and the organization involved (The Republic of Korea Unification Foundation). Historical Significance: Mention of the 30th Minister of National Defense, Kwon Young-hae, is inscribed on the inner lid. The medal and ribbon are in excellent vintage condition. The box shows minimal signs of storage wear.
Please refer to the photos for the exact condition and measurements. 16.5cm x 7.5cm (refer to photos with ruler).