Japan, Empire. A Yellow Ribbon Merit Medal, c.1887 visually-hidden In mid 1943

In mid 1943

bearing a central monogram and overlaid by a banner bearing a raised inscription of “MIT GOTT FÜR KOENIG UND VATERLAND” (“WITH GOD FOR KING AND FATHERLAND”)

It attracted former soldiers from WWI whose financial situation was unstable and who rejected the new democracy of the Weimar Republic

A unique Reich Labour Service of Female Youth (RADwJ) large-sized camp flag

Japan, Empire. A Yellow Ribbon Merit Medal, c.1887 visually-hidden In mid 1943In 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