Japan, Empire. A Merit Medal for Philanthropists (Konjuhosho) visually-hidden Battleship of the 2nd Battle

Battleship of the 2nd Battle Squadron

the reverse retaining two cut-down threaded screw posts

a ribbon banner at the base inscribed "GUT LAND 1914-15"

During the Korean conflict in 1953

7cm wing tip to wing tip

Japan, Empire. A Merit Medal for Philanthropists (Konjuhosho) visually-hidden Battleship of the 2nd BattleIn silver, measuring 30. 2 mm in diameter, on its original dark navy blue ribbon with hook and eye, indicating an award to philanthropists, very light contact, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, balsa wood frame, black lacquer finish, purple velvet recessed medal bed, very light contact on the exterior, case also near extremely fine. Footnote: The dark navy blue ribbon for the Merit Medal was established by Imperial Edict No. 349