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First Class Meritorious Veteran Commemorative Medal (一等功臣优秀老兵纪念章), associated with the Chinese People’s Liberation Army.
The decoration features a large gold-coloured five-pointed star superimposed on a background of radiating metal elements. At the centre is a red enamelled star surrounded by a laurel wreath, incorporating the military emblem of the People’s Liberation Army.
The dark red enamelled suspension bar bears the inscriptions “一等功臣” (“First Class Meritorious Serviceman”) and “优秀老兵” (“Outstanding Veteran”).
The reverse features a circular Chinese inscription referring to the People’s Liberation Army and the recognition of veterans, together with “优秀老兵证章”, meaning “Outstanding Veteran Badge”.
The medal is made of gold-coloured metal and features an articulated suspension, with a horizontal pin fastening on the reverse of the upper bar.
Presented with its red presentation case, decorated with the emblem of the People’s Liberation Army and the inscriptions “一等功臣” and “优秀老兵纪念章” (“Outstanding Veteran Commemorative Medal”).
