Japan, Empire. A Red Cross Society Order Of Merit Auction see lot GST1035 as complete

see lot GST1035 as complete group

obverse illustrating the right-facing bust of Holy Roman Emperor Joseph II

Metropolitan Life

Fold down protective black leather panel that covers the sides and the rear of the helmet

noting that Antifaev had been a "Tinsmith" in his civilian life

Japan, Empire. A Red Cross Society Order Of Merit Auction see lot GST1035 as completeInstituted in 1888. In silver with red, white and blue enamels, measuring 45. 8 mm (w) x 51 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon with hook and eye, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, pebbled exterior, gilt characters on the lid, inside lined in violet silk, recessed medal bed, case also extremely fine.