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Classical scholar set in full glory ...

Check this color of sacred treasure ribbons from brochure published before 1938

Even inside fakes we already have variations

They are authentic. Both kites came from the Showa. 1st or 2nd class breast star and 4th class. We'll see But most likely the seller will annul the auction near its end (quite usual practice ...) Indeed these descriptions are fairly accurate. Most likely the approving officer was using one of these army "know your enemy" type brochures with the description of Japanese decorations inside. Either that or he was really into Japanese and Manchu medals Cheers, Nick P.S. I wonder why there are no photos of "pillars of the country" :)

Another victim of liberal arts ...

Yep, but a) you are already a "Member" (careerist! ) b) GMIC automatically compress every photo, so it's really nice when every picture is posted separately in max resolution possible (i.e. 150kb) Best, Nick

"Up for cheapies!" Nice motto... Could be a nice signature too :lol:

One of the most efficient strategies for shifting financial focus for the foreseeable future

Sweet specimen! And matching marks on the medal and on the rosette. Again

or too little...

Yep. I know what you're thinking... 1914 War Medal ;)

Somebody's hands were shaky

Me thinks 10s... Nice piece!

Spoilage... Sometimes it happens even in Japan :)

Nice set Chris! Congrats! Best, Nick P.S. What's up with the pictures? They are so smaaaaall...