China, Manchukuo (Japanese Occupation). A National Census Commemorative Medal 1940 Auction It is presented in its

It is presented in its original black exterior case

the reverse bears soldered attachment loops

gilded and silvered tombac oval wreath of laurel leaves with a national eagle perched on the top of the badge clutching a swastika

rust evident on the front of the Iron Cross

China, Manchukuo (Japanese Occupation). A National Census Commemorative Medal 1940 Auction It is presented in its(Kokuseichsa kinen medaru ). Instituted in 1940. In bronze, measuring 30 mm in diameter, very light contact, original ribbon with hook and eye, near extremely fine. Footnote: This National Census Commemorative Medal was conferred in commemoration of the Temporary National Census which began on October 1, 1940. Sources assume that this medal was awarded to census takers and others involved in the process. The Japanese characters on the reverse