Lot 1429:
Imperial Japanese Shōwa 25th Year Imperial Grand Ceremony Commemorative Medal (1950) with 'War Medal' Bar
Sold for: $65
Description
An Imperial Japanese commemorative medal, comprising a circular gold-toned metal medallion, a decorative metal hanger, and a striped textile ribbon. The medal’s obverse prominently features a chrysanthemum crest flanked by two radiating sun flags and paulownia motifs. Its reverse displays vertical kanji characters within a rectangular cartouche, reading “昭和二十五年御大典記念章” (Shōwa Nijūgonen Gotaiten Kinen Shō), translating to “Shōwa 25th Year Imperial Grand Ceremony Commemorative Medal” (1950), bordered by laurel and frond designs. The medal is suspended from a gold-toned bar engraved with “従軍記章” (Jūgun kishō), meaning “War Medal” or “Service Medal,” which is affixed to a folded ribbon presenting vertical stripes of cream, light blue, and a central darker blue.
Condition report:
The item is in good overall condition, showing typical signs of age including surface wear, minor scratches, and patination on the metal components. The ribbon exhibits slight creasing and minimal discoloration.
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