Japan. A Civic Merit Medal With Case, Named Hold 1872 in St

1872 in St

starts with portrait photo of Naval ratings

metal locket at the blade entry end

and to be removed from the danger zone as soon as possible

Japan. A Civic Merit Medal With Case, Named Hold 1872 in StA Japanese Civic Merit Medal with Case; Named Blue Ribbon Merit Medal (Hosho) in Cased Silver, clasp engraved with the recipient's name, 30. 2 mm , on original ribbon with hook and eye, light contact, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, balsa wood frame, black lacquer finish, gilt characters on the lid, recessed medal bed, light contact, case also near extremely fine. Footnote: The medal was established by Council of State Decree