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WWII Imperial Japanese Army Imperial Guard Discharge Commemorative Tea Saucer. This is a prewar Imperial Japanese Army commemorative tea saucer made to mark a soldier’s discharge from the Imperial Guard Division. The Japanese inscriptions on the surface read “Imperial Guard Division” and Discharge Commemoration. At the center is a scroll displaying the five military virtues derived from the Imperial Rescript to Soldiers and Sailors: loyalty, proper conduct, valor, faithfulness, and simplicity. Issued in 1882, the Imperial Rescript became one of the foundations of moral education within the prewar Japanese military. On the right is the distinctive Imperial Guard Division emblem, while the left side depicts a palace-style scene associated with the Imperial residence. The Imperial Guard held a special position within the Japanese Army. Originally organized to protect the Emperor and the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, its soldiers served in one of the most prestigious formations of the prewar military. Tea also had an important place in everyday Japanese hospitality. A small saucer such as this was therefore both a practical household object and a personal keepsake marking the end of a soldier’s military service and his return to civilian life. The reverse bears the Japanese inscription Design Registered, No. Approximate size: 11 × 8 cm / 4.3 × 3.1 in. There are minor scratches, discoloration, and signs of age, but no major damage. Please refer to the photographs for the exact condition. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note.

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This is an original Imperial Japanese Navy ceremonial sake cup, produced during the Taisho to early Showa period (circa 1910s-1930s). The cup was presented to a Navy serviceman to commemorate the successful completion of his full term of military service. The following characters are written inside the cup in gold. (Imperial Japanese Navy). (Completion of service / full term). (“Otake” – a personal name). The presence of a personal name strongly suggests this cup was awarded to an individual sailor, making it more desirable than generic commemorative pieces. The interior features a classic Imperial Japanese Navy motif. Anchor – symbol of the Navy. Rising Sun flag – official national and military emblem of the period. Cherry blossom in gold gilt – representing honor, duty, and the fleeting nature of life. This combination is widely recognized as a formal Navy discharge commemorative design. Why Imperial Japanese Navy Items Are Rare. Compared to the Army, the Imperial Japanese Navy maintained only about one-tenth of the personnel strength. As a result, Navy commemorative items were produced in much smaller numbers, and surviving examples are significantly scarcer than Army equivalents. Named discharge cups like this one are especially difficult to find today. Cultural Significance of Sake Cups. In pre-war Japan, sake cups were not everyday tableware. They were used to mark important life milestones, including military enlistment, departure, return, and honorable discharge. This cup represents a deeply personal moment. The end of military duty and a safe return to civilian life – preserved in ceramic form. No cracks or major chips. Minor surface wear and light fading of gold due to age. Overall well-preserved for its period. Please refer to photos for details. A genuine historical artifact suitable for collectors of. Imperial Japanese Navy items, military memorabilia, pre-war Japanese ceramics, or Showa-era history. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.

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This is an extremely rare discharge commemorative photo album from November 1926 (Taisho 15), issued to members of the 11th Company, 19th Infantry Regiment, based in Aizu-Wakamatsu, Japan. The 19th Infantry Regiment-often called the “Wakamatsu Regiment”-was a regional unit of the Imperial Japanese Army’s elite 2nd Division, with a deep connection to the samurai legacy of Aizu, one of the last strongholds of the Tokugawa shogunate. This album contains 13 pages of original photographs, showing military exercises, formal group portraits, and everyday life of the soldiers shortly before their honorable discharge. The Wakamatsu Regiment carries profound historical weight. By the 1920s, the regiment was stationed in its home region and served as a symbol of local pride and military tradition. Discharge albums like this were never mass-produced-they were made in limited quantities, often commissioned by the soldiers themselves or their company officers, and distributed only to members of the unit. This book is not just a photo album-it is a rare, original artifact from a bygone era of Imperial Japan. Date: November 1926 (Taisho 15). Unit: 11th Company, 19th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Division. Region: Aizu-Wakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture. Studio: Sankokan Studio (official supplier to the Imperial Japanese Army). Content: 13 pages of photographs (including group shots, drills, shipboard scenes, and artillery practice). Language: Japanese captions, some pages with English translations. Condition: Good considering its age; please see photos for details. Why It’s Special. Imperial Army-approved photography studio. Official discharge commemorative piece-not for public distribution. Ties to Aizu samurai tradition and Meiji/Taisho military heritage. Unique insight into the life of pre-WW2 Japanese infantry. Own a Piece of History. This photo album brings you closer to the real men who stood at the crossroads of Japan’s military tradition and modernization. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).

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Vintage US Navy Honorable Discharge Certificates 1930, 1937, 1941 w/Fleet Reserve Certificate 1949 and case See pictures for more information.

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This is for a Jan. 9, 1929 United States Coast Guard Honorable Discharge. It is in a frame. It was not removed from the frame. First Class Charles F. United States Coast Guard Cutter Modoc WPG-46. It is in good used collectible condition. Certificate is yellowed and stained due to its age and/or storage. The frame measures approx. 12″ x 10″ x 3/4.

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SPECTACULAR – THIS BELONGS IN A MUSEUM. I WELCOME ALL OFFERS. PLEASE CHECK OUT THE OTHER ITEMS I HAVE FOR SALE THANKS!

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Vintage Antique 1921 Secretary of the United States Navy Honorable Discharge. 12″ wide 16″ long (tall).

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6063 Censored by the Ministry of the Army Please check on the photos for detailed condition of the product. All you can see on this photo will be included in a set of a package. There are some sweet spots that are slightly damaged, There are no missing pages. Please understand that it is from the old days. This is an old item, so please understand before purchasing. We will carefully deliver using the packing material. Europe, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. The item “Japanese Army Type 89 Grenade Discharge Handling Method Book Military Antique” is in sale since Monday, March 1, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “raoh71″ and is located in Fukuoka Japan. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan

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