SELECTED GENERAL COLIN POWELL MEDALS

 

Lot 1099: ORDER OF THE RISING SUN MEDAL AND PIN, GRAND CORDON 1ST CLASS, AWARDED TO GENERAL POWELL BY THE JAPANESE GOVERNMENT, 1991
the medal in silver with gold highlights, with white enamel, depicting a rising sun; the medal on the red and white ribbon with purple berries in enamel, with small pin; in black lacquer box with Japanese inscription, the interior in purple silk and velvet (3)

Catalogue note:
Established in 1875 by Emperor Meiji, the Order of the Rising Sun recognizes individuals who have accomplished distinguished achievements in international relations, the promotion of Japanese culture, and the preservation of the environment.

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ORDER OF THE RISING SUN MEDAL AND PIN, GRAND CORDON 1ST CLASS, AWARDED TO GENERAL POWELL BY THE JAPANESE GOVERNMENT, 1991 (https://www.potomackcompany.com/auction-lot/order-of-the-rising-sun-medal-and-pin-grand-cordo_4BC4827B6E)

 

ORDER OF KUWAIT, FIRST CLASS, BREAST STAR AND SASH BADGE, GIVEN TO GENERAL POWELL
in light blue and white enamel, with an eight-point star, the flag of Kuwait, set against a gold starburst, the sash bad of identical design, both with English gold hallmarks for Birmingham; with blue and white sash (2)

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ORDER OF KUWAIT, FIRST CLASS, BREAST STAR AND SASH BADGE, GIVEN TO GENERAL POWELL Diameter of largest: 3 1/4 in. (8.26 cm.) (https://www.potomackcompany.com/auction-lot/order-of-kuwait-first-class-breast-star-and-sash-_8A74A81A5F)

 

Lot 1110: RONALD REAGAN FREEDOM AWARD TO GENERAL POWELL, MADE BY TIFFANY & CO., 1993
the gilt-silver medal depicting the seal of the President/Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, the border 'Ronald Reagan Freedom Award,' the obverse 'Presented to General Colin L. Powell/Twelfth Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff/November 9, 1993/Los Angeles, California', the medal rim signed 'Tiffany & Co./Sterling/.925', suspended on a purple ribbon; in original fitted blue box

Catalogue note:
The highest honor awarded by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, the Ronald Reagan Freedom Award is bestowed upon those who have made monumental and lasting contributions to the cause of freedom.

To read the complete lot description, see:
RONALD REAGAN FREEDOM AWARD TO GENERAL POWELL, MADE BY TIFFANY & CO., 1993 (https://www.potomackcompany.com/auction-lot/ronald-reagan-freedom-award-to-general-powell-mad_F734384AD2)

 

Lot 1114: CANADIAN MERITORIOUS SERVICE CROSS, TO GENERAL POWELL, 1994
the bar etched with General Powell's name to reverse, the obverse of the medal 'Meritorious Service Meritorie' and the cipher of Queen Elizabeth II; in original fitted case; underside written "Canada" in Powell's hand

Citation:
"By his contribution to American/Canadian relations during his tenure as national security advisor and subsequently as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee; by his assistance to the role played by the Canadian Forces during the Gulf War, to the Canadian battle group at Sarajevo in July 1992 and to the Canadian task force in the Coalition Intervention Force in Somalia; by his help during the rescue operation following the 1991 CFS Alert plane crash, General Powell has demonstrated outstanding professional leadership and concern for relations between the United States and Canada. In so doing, he has rendered invaluable service to Canada and to the Canadian Forces."

To read the complete lot description, see:
CANADIAN MERITORIOUS SERVICE CROSS, TO GENERAL POWELL, 1994 (https://www.potomackcompany.com/auction-lot/canadian-meritorious-service-cross-to-general-pow_10B4EED904)

 

Lot 1115: FORD'S THEATRE LINCOLN MEDAL PRESENTED TO ALMA POWELL, 2019
the medal depicting President Abraham Lincoln, the reverse with a depiction of the façade of Ford's Theater, the medal stamped 'Medallic Art Co., NY/ .999 + Pure Silver', and suspended from a red black ribbon, housed inside a mahogany box with a brass plaque dated June 2, 2019, and inset into the lid a copy of the medal in brass, the interior of the box burgundy silk and black velvet (2)

Catalogue note:
General and Mrs. Powell received this medal at the Ford's Theater Society's annual gala on June 2, 2019. The medal is given to a person or persons who, through their body of work, accomplishments or personal attributes, exemplify the lasting legacy and mettle of character embodied by the most beloved president in our nation's history.

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FORD'S THEATRE LINCOLN MEDAL PRESENTED TO ALMA POWELL, 2019 Width of medal: 2 1/2 in. (6.35 cm.) (https://www.potomackcompany.com/auction-lot/fords-theatre-lincoln-medal-presented-to-alma-pow_0B6462DB12)

 

Lot 1132: COMMENCEMENT AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP, RICE UNIVERSITY, AWARDED TO GENERAL POWELL, 2015
the medal, with a loop for hanging, depicting the seal of Rice University, etched border 'General Colin Powell Commencement Award for Leadership,' the obverse with his name and dated 'May 16, 2015'

To read the complete lot description, see:
COMMENCEMENT AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP, RICE UNIVERSITY, AWARDED TO GENERAL POWELL, 2015 Diameter: 2 1/2 in. (6.35 cm.) (https://www.potomackcompany.com/auction-lot/commencement-award-for-leadership-rice-university_C494A56A32)

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