Description
The medal recognized service in and around China before and after the Second World War
that he would meet his demise only two weeks after sending the letter
10 mm x 22
obverse illustrating the right-facing bust of Holy Roman Emperor Joseph II
Beginning in August 1914
Japan, Empire. A Red Cross Society Order Of Merit Auction The medal recognized service inInstituted in 1888. In silver with red, white and blue enamels, measuring 45. 8 mm (w) x 51 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon with hook and eye, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, pebbled exterior, gilt characters on the lid, inside lined in violet silk, recessed medal bed, case also extremely fine.