Japan, Empire. Two Commemorative Medals United Republic of extremely fine condition with light

extremely fine condition with light scuffing of the cover and minor rust-related discolouration on the first pages

to be utilized in guarding prisoners of war when on work details outside of the prisons

measuring 57 mm x 27 mm

with period replacement lugs

Japan, Empire. Two Commemorative Medals United Republic of extremely fine condition with lightShowa Enthronement Commemorative Medal (instituted in 1928, in silver, with a gilt Imperial chrysanthemum emblem on the obverse, measuring 30. 5 mm in diameter, original ribbon with hook and eye, in its hardshelled case of issue, gilt characters on the lid, lightly soiled recessed medal medal in white felt); and 2600th National Anniversary Commemorative Medal (in bronze gilt, measuring 30. 3 mm in diameter, contact marks, original ribbon with hook and