JapanX Posted October 28, 2012 Posted October 28, 2012 :beer: Tube is a really nice touch ain't it? These are pretty rare. Forget to tell that the name of recipient is Kunou Tsukasa. He was lieutenant in 39 infantry regiment and had 7th Imperial Court Rank.
Dieter3 Posted October 29, 2012 Author Posted October 29, 2012 The tube is FANTASTIC! A super, extra-nice touch to the an already incredible document. Love the imperial seal on it. :love:
JapanX Posted November 14, 2012 Posted November 14, 2012 Another cased specimen. Not bad .... Not bad at all...
Dieter3 Posted November 14, 2012 Author Posted November 14, 2012 Looks like 2nd generation hardware on an original replacement ribbon. -OR- do you think it was made this way from day 1?
JapanX Posted November 14, 2012 Posted November 14, 2012 Or maybe "type 1" and "type 2" were in use simultaneously. Two different workshops? Although the piece from my collection (really should try to find it ) has "type 1" gear
Dieter3 Posted November 16, 2012 Author Posted November 16, 2012 Quite possible! I wonder how long the medal was in production? If several years, it is possible that these type 2s represent later but original pieces. An unlikely theory, but the Showa Enthronement medal saw nearly 3 years of manufacturing. Just a thought, of which I have many, each one as equally crazy as the last. ;)
Gensui Posted November 16, 2012 Posted November 16, 2012 Type 1, Type 2, first generation, second generation, Taishô piece, Shôwa piece - why is life so complicated? :P
JapanX Posted November 16, 2012 Posted November 16, 2012 Type 1, Type 2, first generation, second generation, Taishô piece, Shôwa piece - why is life so complicated? Not life per se We are! :lol:
Gensui Posted November 16, 2012 Posted November 16, 2012 (edited) Nick, I have the feeling that you're minting these beauties by yourself?! Honestly, very nice to see the comparison of each medal. If my time would allow, I would make an Excel file with all characteristics of each medal for my better understanding... BR, Chris Edited November 16, 2012 by Gensui
JapanX Posted November 16, 2012 Posted November 16, 2012 Nick, I have the feeling that you're minting these beauties by yourself?! I wish... Especially with these prices P.S. Will post the ribbon of my medal tomorrow ;)
Dieter3 Posted November 16, 2012 Author Posted November 16, 2012 Type 1, Type 2, first generation, second generation, Taishô piece, Shôwa piece - why is life so complicated? 'Tis one of the things that makes collecting so fun, but yes, also frustrating!
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