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The medal was designed by Dr. Ernst Deuerlein of Erlangen and executed by the Staatliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Meissen, as documented by the printed inscription and crossed-swords marks inside the original presentation box. One side depicts Margrave Christian Ernst of Brandenburg-Bayreuth in profile with the inscription. “MARKGRAF CHRISTIAN ERNST – GRÜNDER DER STADT CHRISTIAN-ERLANGEN”. The opposite side depicts Erlangen’s Huguenot Church (Hugenottenkirche) and commemorates the 250th anniversary of the city’s Huguenot foundation. The inscription includes the date 1936 and the period wording UNTER ADOLF HITLER. The original box is marked. “Ausführung: Staatliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Meißen”. “Alleinverkauf: Kunstgewerbehaus Willy Löffler, Erlangen”. The exterior label reads. The medal measures approximately 1 3/8 inches in diameter, as shown in the measurement photograph. Includes the original fitted presentation box, which shows age-related wear, staining/foxing and deterioration consistent with its age. The porcelain medal shows some surface discoloration/spotting. Please review all photographs carefully for condition.

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Original Imperial Japanese Army Medical School 50th Anniversary commemorative medal with its original presentation box. This large bronze medal was produced to commemorate the. 50th anniversary of the Imperial Japanese Army Medical School. One of Japan’s most important military medical institutions. The anniversary ceremony was held in. While the monument depicted on the medal was completed on. The obverse features a beautifully sculpted relief of the. Army Medical School Memorial Tower. Erected to celebrate the institution’s fiftieth anniversary. Near the base appears the signature. “Jitsuzo” (by sculptor Jitsuzo Hinago). One of Japan’s best-known medal and monument sculptors of the pre-war era. The reverse is engraved with. “Imperial Japanese Army Medical School 50th Anniversary”. “Memorial Tower Completed – June 26, 1937″. It also bears the inscription. “Iho Senshu” (Legacy for a Thousand Autumns). Together with a handwritten dedication. The Imperial Japanese Army Medical School served as the highest educational institution for military physicians, surgeons, medical officers, and medical researchers. Its graduates supported the Japanese Army through the First Sino-Japanese War, the Russo-Japanese War, World War I, and the years leading up to World War II. The campus was largely destroyed during the. Tokyo air raids of 1945. And the school was abolished after Japan’s surrender. Today, the former site is occupied by institutions such as Japan’s. National Institute of Infectious Diseases. Reflecting the location’s continued connection to medical research and public health. The site has also attracted historical interest because human remains discovered there after the war continue to be the subject of academic research, making the former Army Medical School an important location in both Japanese military and medical history. Original presentation box, and connection to one of Imperial Japan’s most significant military educational institutions, this is an outstanding historical artifact for collectors of Imperial Japanese militaria, military medicine, and medical history. Imperial Japanese Army Medical School 50th Anniversary Medal. Original presentation box included. Shows age-related wear, patina, and storage wear to both the medal and presentation box. Please examine all photographs carefully for condition details. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.

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Original pre-war cast-metal desktop model of a twin-engine transport aircraft, presented as a commemorative/award by the Imperial Japanese Aviation Association (: / Romaji: Teikoku Hiko Kyokai). Box lid bears the ink stamp:??? (“Commemorative Item – Imperial Japanese Aviation Association”). Underside of the airplane is cast/engraved:?? . Metal alloy body (cast “white metal”/zinc type), nickel-silver tone. Two small propellers fitted. Size (photos with ruler): wingspan approx. 17-18 cm (? 7 in), length 13-14 cm (? 5-5.5 in). Period piece; not a modern reproduction. The Imperial Japanese Aviation Association was a semi-public national body active from the 1910s through the 1940s to promote aviation in Japan. It worked with government, Army/Navy, schools, and industry to popularize flying, sponsor air meets & model contests, publish magazines, and raise donation funds for aircraft procurement. Items like this were awards, presentation gifts, or donor premiums to encourage public support for aviation. What happened / what does it represent? A stylized model of a twin-engine transport (civil/military liaison & training types of the late 1930s). Such commemoratives were displayed in schools, clubs, and private homes-symbols of modern technology and national aviation pride on the eve of the Pacific War. Late 1930s-early 1940s (Showa pre-war years). The casting style, typography, and association mark match period souvenirs before 1945. Produced and awarded in Japan; the Association’s activities were nationwide, with headquarters in Tokyo and regional chapters. Why was it made? To promote aviation awareness, reward supporters, and commemorate events (air shows, exhibitions, donation drives, school programs). The clearly marked box and base show it was an official Association presentation. How was it made/used? Cast-metal body with plated finish; small press-fit propellers; presented in a plain kiri-style wood box stamped with the association name-practical packaging typical of period awards. Exact Japanese Marks (for researchers). Why collectors value this piece. Clearly association-marked on both box and model. Pre-WWII aviation object-bridges civil & military collecting fields. Compact desktop size; excellent display & research value. Imperial Japanese Aviation Association; Teikoku Hiko Kyokai; prewar Japan; aviation award; transport aircraft model; WWII home-front; propaganda; donor premium; original box; Japanese militaria; aeronautical history. Historical note: This item is offered as a period artifact for research/collecting purposes only. It does not endorse any past ideology. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).

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This is an original commemorative lacquer sake cup issued for the. Imperial Japanese Army Special Grand Maneuvers of Showa 2 (1927). Complete with original wooden storage box. Army Special Grand Maneuvers Commemoration. Cup Base (gold lettering). Showa 2 Special Grand Maneuvers Commemoration. The inscriptions clearly identify the historical event and place. What Were the “Special Grand Maneuvers”? The “Special Grand Maneuvers” were large-scale national military exercises conducted under the direct observation of the Emperor. Unlike ordinary field training, these were state-level demonstrations of military strength and modernization. The 1927 maneuvers were held in the Chukyo region (Nagoya area) and involved major Imperial Army divisions including. This cup was produced as an official commemorative item for that nationally significant event. Historical Context – 1927. 1927 was an early Showa period year, before the outbreak of full-scale war in China. Japan was in a phase of military modernization and expansion, but not yet in total war. Commemorative items from this era often show higher artistic refinement compared to later wartime mass production pieces. The Relationship Between the Japanese Military and Sake Cups. In Imperial Japan, sake cups were not merely drinking vessels. As such, military commemorative cups are important cultural artifacts reflecting the ceremonial traditions of the Imperial Army. Red lacquer ground with gold maki-e phoenix motif. The phoenix symbolizes honor, prosperity, and auspicious celebration. Paulownia leaves appear below, reinforcing the dignified and ceremonial tone. Elegant rather than militaristic in appearance. Traditional Japanese lacquerware is created by layering natural urushi lacquer multiple times to achieve durability and deep gloss. The gold maki-e decoration technique requires skilled craftsmanship and precision. This piece reflects the high-quality decorative standards of the early Showa period. (See photos for reference). Age-related wear, light storage marks, and natural patina consistent with its age. Maki-e decoration remains clear and well-preserved. Original wooden box included. A refined and historically documented pre-war Imperial Japanese Army commemorative piece. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.

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Vintage US Army Philippine Insurrection Campaign Boxed Medal. The medal measures 3 inches long and both the medal and ribbon are pin back. The box has a date of 1937 and the medal has a serial number on the rim. Still in great condition.

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Original WWII Guatemalan Army General of Division Shoulder Board Boxed NS Meyer. Very nice original item. WWII-era shoulder board for the General of Division rank. Made in bullion embroidered wool, and very well made. One unused shoulder board is included. Measures 6″ by 3-1/2″. In the original box by maker NS MEYER INC NEW YORK. This version is the for the daily uniform of the officer. See my other auctions with military and other items! Please feel free to ask any questions. We strive to satisfy our customers.

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Original WWII Guatemalan Army General of Division Shoulder Board Boxed NS Meyer. Very nice original item. WWII-era shoulder board for the General of Division rank. Made in bullion embroidered wool, and very well made. One unused shoulder board is included. Measures 6″ by 3-1/2″. In the original box by maker NS MEYER INC NEW YORK. This version is the for the daily uniform of the officer. See my other auctions with military and other items! Please feel free to ask any questions. We strive to satisfy our customers.

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