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11 WW1 WW2 Japanese Soldier War Uniform Medal Bar Lot Set Japan Military Medals
$ 184.77
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You're bidding on a group of eleven (11) different Japanese medals on a uniform medal bar shown in the photos. Please take care in examining the photos for the condition of these medals as they're the exact ones you're bidding on. There is age wear to some of the medal ribbons. Six (6) of the medals are on a medal bar while five (5) others are lose. Included is the 10 place ribbon bar that corresponds to the medals. Also included is the wooden box they were stored in when I purchased this lot while living in Japan. The following medals are included in this lot:On the medal bar:
Taisho Enthronement: While the Taisho Emperor ascended to the throne in 1912, the ceremonies for this enthronement didn't take place until 1915. This medal commemorates that 1915 event. The medal is made of silver with an attached gilt chrysanthemum. The obverse features two imperial banners with "Banzai" written on them. The reverse is inscribed with "Taisho 4 (1915) November, Enthronement Commemorative Medal".
1915-20 Siberia Intervention: This medal was given to those in the Navy who served in the Japanese fleet in the Mediterranean Sea during World War 1 and to military members who participated in the Japanese expedition to Siberia. It was established on November 6, 1915 to commemorate participation in World War 1.
World War 1 Japanese Allied Victory: This medal measures approximately 1.4 inches in diameter. Unlike all the other WW1 Victory medals from other countries, the Japanese Victory medal doesn't feature the goddess "Victory" but instead features Takemikazuchi which is the god of war (thunder and sword) for Japan which makes this medal quite unique from those issued by other countries. The reverse of the medal says "The Great War for Civilization 1914 -1919. A wonderful addition to ant WW1 collection.
Japanese Showa enthronement: This medal commemorates Emperor Hirohito ascending to the thrown in 1928. The obverse shows the imperial thrown with "Banzai" written below with cherry and orange blossoms around the edges of the medal. The reverse side has "Showa 3 (1928), November, Enthronement Commemorative Medal" written on it.
2600th Imperial Rule Anniversary medal: This medal was established to commemorate the 2600th year (1940) since the founding of the Japanese empire in 660 BC. The medal features the Imperial Chrysanthemum above the sacred double bridges leading to the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. The reverse of the medal features Japanese characters that read "2600th Commemorative Anniversary Medal" with the characters below reading "Showa 15" (1940).
1931-1934 Japanese Manchuria Incident: This medal was awarded to all military service members that served in China and Manchuria from 1931 to 1934. The obverse of the medal features the imperial chrysanthemum crest above a crow. The reverse of the medal two military helmets.
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China Incident 1937-45: This medal was awarded to all military service members that served in China from 1937 to 1945. The obverse of the medal features two crossed flags, the imperial chrysanthemum crest and a crow. The reverse of the medal features mountains, clouds, and waves with the inscription "China Incident".
Red Cross Special Member's Medal: This medal was given to members of the military and civilians. The medal is made of silver and measures approximately 1.2 inches across. The front has the symbol of the Japanese Red Cross Society with the Geneva cross. The back side has the society foundation date, Meiji Year 21, but this is not the actual date that the award was given.
Order of the Sacred Treasure 8: This medal was established in January 1888 and was awarded to both military and civilian for long service with good conduct. The Sacred Treasure 8 was one of two classes of this medal (7 & 8) which could be awarded to military enlisted personnel. The back of the medal reads "Order of Merit Decoration"
1904-05 Russo Japanese Siberian War: This medal was established on March 31, 1906 to recognize those who served in the Russo-Japanese war from 1904 - 1905. The obverse features two crossed military flags with an imperial chrysanthemum above and a paulownia below.
Order of the Rising Sun 8: This medal was given to both the military and civilians. This medal was established on April 10, 1875 and was the first national decoration awarded by the Japanese government.
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