and shows pleasing old patina
information on the reverse covering the period April 22
with a loop for suspension from its correct replacement ribbon with a repetition clasp and crossed swords
The saloon passengers of the Baltic and the Republic subscribed to a fund to provide medals to the crews of all three ships in saving more than 1
Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Rising Sun, Vii Class Newly Listed and shows pleasing old patinaIn silver with green and violet enamels, measuring 31. 5 mm (w) x 33 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, crazing evident in the green enamels on the reverse, original ribbon with hook and eye, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, balsa wood frame, black lacquer finish, gilt characters on the lid, raised platform with a violet felt recessed medal bed, light scuffing and wear on the exterior, case better than