PHILIPPINES. Japanese Occupation. Bronze Jose P. Laurel Medal, 1943-44. VERY FINE.
44 mm; 38.11 gms. Basso-165. Double struck. Bust left, legend above; Reverse: four line inscription, legend around. Jose Pacino Laurel was a puppet ruler under the Japanese, who was later declared a legitimate president in the early 1960s by the later president Diosdado Macapagal. Significantly worn, but with nice rims and original surfaces. VERY FINE.
From the Ray Czahor Collection.
Estimate: $100.00- $150.00