Japan, Imperial. A Rare Flying Association Merit Medal, 1929 Archive the reverse bears a black

the reverse bears a black paper backer

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gilt crown and centrepiece rings

Order of Military Merit in Gold c 1890 - in Gold and white enamels (for Peace-time Merit)

Japan, Imperial. A Rare Flying Association Merit Medal, 1929 Archive the reverse bears a blackSilver with an inlayed ruby at the junction of the propellers, illustrating a screaming eagle, it's talons firmly grasping the propeller below, marked "T" and "H" on the left and right blades of the propeller, dated "1929" in Japanese on the reverse, 23. 8 mm x 35 mm, on original ribbon with hook and eye, dark patina, better than extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, red velvet exterior, gilt characters on the inside lid, recessed medal