Royal Cambodia Medal Angkor Wat Norodom Sihanouk Varman
Key Information:
• Country: Cambodia
• Ruler depicted: King Norodom Sihanouk
• Period: Kingdom of Cambodia era (mid-20th century)
• Material: Gilt / bronze tone metal
• Suspension: Royal umbrella suspension with ribbon
• Dimensions approx.: 64.55 mm including suspension x 33.44 mm medal diameter
Medal Design:
Obverse inscription (Khmer): « ព្រះបាទ សម្តេច នរោត្តម សីហនុ »
Translation: Preah Bat Samdech Norodom Sihanouk (King Norodom Sihanouk)
The obverse also features the royal arms of Cambodia, with the temple Angkor Wat and traditional Khmer royal symbols.
Reverse inscription (French):
NORODOM SIHANOUK VARMAN ROI DU CAMBODGE
Translation: Norodom Sihanouk Varman – King of Cambodia.
The medal is suspended from a traditional Khmer royal ceremonial umbrella, a symbol of royal authority.
Condition:
• Natural age patina on metal
• Minor wear consistent with age
• Ribbon present
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
King Norodom Sihanouk was one of the most influential figures in modern Cambodian history, serving as king and later as head of state during the mid-20th century. Medals bearing his royal title were produced during the Kingdom of Cambodia period and often incorporate strong Khmer royal symbolism such as Angkor Wat and ceremonial umbrellas.
Such decorations are collectible among specialists in Southeast Asian and royal commemorative medals.
Summary:
Cambodian royal commemorative medal featuring King Norodom Sihanouk, with Khmer inscription on the obverse and French royal title on the reverse, suspended from a traditional royal umbrella.