Japan, Empire. A Yellow Ribbon Merit Medal, c.1887 visually-hidden cross on obverse medallion is

cross on obverse medallion is loose

and Bronze Grade: four-piece construction

missing its suspension as evidenced by the screw hole at the top of the medal

and during the retreating battles in the vicinity of Frosinone-Monte Cassino he used T-mines to destroy seven tanks

Japan, Empire. A Yellow Ribbon Merit Medal, c.1887 visually-hidden cross on obverse medallion isIn 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