Japan, Empire. A Yellow Ribbon Merit Medal, c.1887 Buy Now an uniform removed example in

an uniform removed example in overall near very fine condition

The leather sweatband exhibits extensive cracks throughout

Light brown-coloured celluolid grip features a series of nine parallel ridges and is free of chipping

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measuring 80 mm x 70 mm

Japan, Empire. A Yellow Ribbon Merit Medal, c.1887 Buy Now an uniform removed example inIn silver, presenting a cannon on the obverse, with two Japanese characters. The reverse bearing six Japanese characters. The medal is on its original period yellow ribbon with a hook and eye. It measures at 30mm in diameter and weighs 15. 3 grams (including ribbon). In extremely fine condition. Footnote: This medal was conferred upon Japanese individuals in recognition of contributions to the Coastal Defence Fund of 1887. The obverse Japanese