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JAPAN. End of World War I Bronze Medal, Year 8 (1919). NGC MS-66 Brown.
By I. Sato & J. Jida. Diameter: 55mm. Obverse: Allegorical representation of Peace standing right, in oriental attire and with drapery billowing around, holding laurel branch; doves at feet and flying above; in background to right, gate and façade of Versailles Palace; Reverse: Flags of the five allies of WWI: Great Britain, United States, Japan, Kingdom of Italy, and France; all within wreath comprised of oak branch and palm frond. A true Gem, this dazzling WWI-related medal from Japan offers charming brown surfaces with a great matte nature as well.
Estimate: $150 - $300
By I. Sato & J. Jida. Diameter: 55mm. Obverse: Allegorical representation of Peace standing right, in oriental attire and with drapery billowing around, holding laurel branch; doves at feet and flying above; in background to right, gate and façade of Versailles Palace; Reverse: Flags of the five allies of WWI: Great Britain, United States, Japan, Kingdom of Italy, and France; all within wreath comprised of oak branch and palm frond. A true Gem, this dazzling WWI-related medal from Japan offers charming brown surfaces with a great matte nature as well.
Estimate: $150 - $300