Japan, Empire. A Yellow Ribbon Merit Medal, c.1887 visually-hidden the disc reads GOTT MIT

the disc reads GOTT MIT UNS

lost altitude and disappeared in the haze of smoke which covered the area

each page with six pockets to house the negatives

It bears three silvered feinzink fittings

Japan, Empire. A Yellow Ribbon Merit Medal, c.1887 visually-hidden the disc reads GOTT MITIn silver, presenting a cannon on the obverse, with two Japanese characters. The reverse bearing six Japanese characters. The medal is on its original period yellow ribbon with a hook and eye. It measures at 30mm in diameter and weighs 15. 3 grams (including ribbon). In extremely fine condition. Footnote: This medal was conferred upon Japanese individuals in recognition of contributions to the Coastal Defence Fund of 1887. The obverse Japanese