Japan, Imperial. A Rare Flying Association Merit Medal, 1929 Archive 24 mm x 116 mm

24 mm x 116 mm each

With rare slide bar clasp

gilt crown and centrepiece rings

marked “65” for “Klein & Quenzer” manufacture

in fine quality leatherette case of issue

Japan, Imperial. A Rare Flying Association Merit Medal, 1929 Archive 24 mm x 116 mmSilver 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