Greek Issued United Nations Medal for Korean War Participation
Key Information:
• Country: Greece
• Organization: United Nations
• Conflict: Korean War
• Medal Type: United Nations Commemorative Medal
• Issue: Greek national issue for UN service
• Diameter: approx. 35.66 mm
Medal Design:
Obverse: United Nations emblem with world map surrounded by olive branches symbolizing peace. Suspension bar engraved “ΚΟΡΕΑ” (Korea).
Reverse inscription in Greek:
“ΔΙΑ ΥΠΗΡΕΣΙΑΣ ΠΡΟΣ ΠΡΟΑΣΠΙΣΙΝ ΤΩΝ ΑΡΧΩΝ ΤΟΥ ΚΑΤΑΣΤΑΤΙΚΟΥ ΧΑΡΤΟΥ ΤΩΝ ΗΝΩΜΕΝΩΝ ΕΘΝΩΝ”
Translation:
“For service in defence of the principles of the Charter of the United Nations.”
Ribbon: Blue and white striped ribbon typical for the United Nations Korean War commemorative awards.
Condition:
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
• Medal shows natural age patina
• Ribbon in very good condition with minor signs of storage
• No visible repairs or alterations observed
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Greek-issued United Nations Korea Medal was awarded to members of the Greek Armed Forces who served under the United Nations Command during the Korean War (1950–1953). Greece contributed both ground forces and air support to the UN coalition. Nationally issued versions such as this example are considerably less common than the standard UN-issued medals, making them highly desirable among Korean War and United Nations militaria collectors.
Summary:
Original and very rare Greek national issue United Nations Korean War Medal with Korea clasp. Excellent collectible example representing Greece’s participation in UN operations during the Korean War.