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August 2019 Hong Kong Auction 19-21 Aug 2019
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CHINA. Shanxi. Medal of Honor, Third Class, ND (ca. 1912-26). VERY FINE.
61.5 mm; 30.75 gms. Obverse: "3rd class honor medal"; Reverse: "Military governor of Shansi Yen". A nice wholesome problem free example with attractive golden grey patina.
61.5 mm; 30.75 gms. Obverse: "3rd class honor medal"; Reverse: "Military governor of Shansi Yen". A nice wholesome problem free example with attractive golden grey patina.
Governor Yen Hsi-shan (Yan Xishan) was a warlord who ruled Shansi province in northwest China from 1911-49. Based on the title and style of the crossed flag we can circa date this piece to the early Republican era.
Estimate: $400.00- $600.00