Japan, Empire. An 18th Century Tsuba Republic of Combatant's Issue (Magyar Háborús Emlékérem)

Combatant's Issue (Magyar Háborús Emlékérem)

the President presenting the medal to various individuals during this four country tour

suspended by period enameled green laurel wreath

maker marked "DIANA" and marked "925" silver on the reverse

2 mm (w) x 16 mm (h)

Japan, Empire. An 18th Century Tsuba Republic of Combatant's Issue (Magyar Háborús Emlékérem)In iron, the obverse bears a scene with birds and trees, 71. 9 mm (h) x 69. 9 mm (w), some light gilding on obverse and reverse, in very fine condition. Footnote: A tsuba is a hand guard placed between the hilt and the blade on a Japanese sword to protect the hand and help balance the weight of the weapon.