Unknown Silver medallion

[Wblastoff]

Unknown Silver medallion.

I'm surprised this man can stand up with all the medals he is wearing!

Thoughts?


Thanks!!!

[ghp95134]

Around the circumference:
明治三十五年十月一日
Meiji 35th [1902] year October 1

日本赤十字社
Japan Red Cross Society

創＊二十五年紀
25th Year Foundation [* not certain of this kanji]

祝典記念
Celebration Commemoration

JRC was founded in 1887, so 25 years later is 1902 -- which is Meiji 35.

-- Guy

[Wblastoff]

Guy You always come through!
You are always invaluable!

Thank You!

[Nick Komiya]

The portrait featured in front was that of Prince Akihito, who had served as President of the Japanese Red Cross.

[Wblastoff]

Thanks Nick great info!