Countries of Origin: Thailand (left medal) & Laos (right medal)
Type: National Orders / Decorations
Material: Enameled metal with original silk ribbons
Lot Includes:
Thai Medal – Order of the White Elephant (4th Class, with rosette)
Laotian Medal – Order of the Million Elephants and the White Parasol
Medal #1 (Left) – Thailand: Order of the White Elephant (4th Class)
Obverse: Features a white elephant (national symbol) in the center, surrounded by radiant red and green enameled rays.
Suspension: Traditional Thai crown (Chada), with rosette on ribbon, indicating 4th Class (Companion).
Reverse: Thai royal monogram in red enamel.
Ribbon: Red with green, yellow, and blue side stripes.
Approx. Dimensions:
59.98 mm (with suspension) x 34.75 mm
Medal #2 (Right) – Laos: Order of the Million Elephants and the White Parasol
Obverse: Silver rays with green enamel laurel wreath; central medallion features Laotian ceremonial parasol (symbol of royalty and protection).
Suspension: Distinctive Laotian hanger.
Reverse: Plain, circular back.
Ribbon: Red with blue and yellow stripes (distinct Laotian design).
Approx. Dimensions:
72.77 mm (with suspension) x 42.75 mm
Condition:
Both medals show honest wear and age-related patina.
Enamels are largely intact with minor wear.
Ribbons are original and have rosettes or folds consistent with period issue.
For detailed condition, please refer to all high-resolution photos provided.
Historical & Collectible Significance:
The Order of the White Elephant is one of Thailand’s most prestigious royal orders, awarded for merit to civilians and military personnel.
The Order of the Million Elephants and the White Parasol was a high national order of the Kingdom of Laos, now a rare collectible, especially sought-after post-1975 when the monarchy was abolished.