Japan, Empire. A Red Cross Society Order Of Merit Auction The medal recognized service in

The medal recognized service in and around China before and after the Second World War

Fold down protective black leather panel that covers the sides and the rear of the helmet

39 mm x 62 mm inclusive of its crown suspension

see lot GST1035 as complete group

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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.