North Korean Order of the National Flag – 2nd Class Medal Set | Original Box | Kim Jong Il Pin
Key Information:
Country of Origin: Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea)
Medal Name: Order of the National Flag, 2nd Class (조국기장 제2급)
Includes:
Original medal (approx. 49.7 x 49.6 mm)
Ribbon bar
Kim Jong Il red flag loyalty pin
Original presentation box with North Korean state emblem
Medal Design & Inscriptions:
Front:
Radiant star-shaped design with red and gold center, featuring a five-pointed gold star. Highly detailed rays and beaded outer edges.Back:
Features Korean inscriptions:조국기장 제2급
Translation: "Order of the National Flag, 2nd Class"
These inscriptions confirm the official name and class of the award.Ribbon Bar:
Red with yellow center stripes, flanked by blue and white—typical of DPRK military/state decorations.Kim Jong Il Pin:
Iconic red enamel flag badge with Kim Jong Il’s portrait and the Workers' Party of Korea symbol in the top-left.
Condition:
Medal: Minor tarnishing from age; overall very good display condition.
Box: Original box shows some age spots/stains on interior lining.
Ribbon & Pin: Well-preserved; original clasps intact.
For condition please refer to the pictures.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
One of North Korea’s highest civilian and military honors.
Awarded for notable service to the state or military accomplishments.
Rare to find in complete sets, especially with loyalty pin and original box.
A valuable Cold War-era collectible and display piece.
Complete vintage North Korean medal set with:
Official medal
Ribbon bar
Kim Jong Il loyalty pin
Presentation case with DPRK state seal