Vietnam, Republic. A National Order of Vietnam, I Class Star GTRexclude illustrating the cypher of George

illustrating the cypher of George VI (GRI) in the centre

that Anderson had been "operated on 22 years ago for varicocele"

obverse centre with gilt coat of arms with blue enamel surround (Medaille Honneur et Merite)

The obverse and reverse covers are constructed of  thick and heavy cardstock cores that are wrapped in protective thick brown leather

Vietnam, Republic. A National Order of Vietnam, I Class Star GTRexclude illustrating the cypher of George(Bo quc Hun chng). Instituted in 1950. In silvered and gilt bronze, a five point star with five faceted rays in each quadrant, unmarked, measuring 95. 9 mm (w) x 96. 2 mm (h), vertical pinback flanked by dual stays, gilt wear and contact marks, remains in very fine condition.