1928 Showa Enthronement Commemorative Japan Medal by Nippon
This medal is the 1928 Showa Enthronement Commemorative Medal, celebrating the enthronement of Emperor Hirohito, the Showa Emperor of Japan. The enthronement ceremonies were held in 1928. Number of medals planned for production was initially 250,000 pieces.
Obverse: The medal's obverse displays an intricate depiction of the Takamikura (the imperial throne), symbolizing the seat of the emperor during the enthronement ceremony.
Obverse legend: None
Reverse: The reverse side of the medal features a Japanese inscription. The outer edge of the reverse contains cloud-like designs, complementing the imperial theme of the medal.
Reverse legend: 大禮記念章 昭和三年十一月十二日
The medal is attached to a ribbon featuring vertical stripes of purple, white, red, yellow, and green.
The medals manufactured by the infamous Japan Order Manufacturing Company (日本勲章製作株式会社) are hallmarked with an “N” from Nippon.
Country: Japan
Year: 1928
Metal: Silver
Edge: Plain
Weight ±: 15.3 g (with ribbon)
Diameter ±: 30.4 mm
This 1928 Showa Enthronement Commemorative Medal is a significant historical piece, marking Emperor Hirohito's formal ascension to the Chrysanthemum Throne. It is a prized artifact for collectors of Japanese history, representing an important moment in Japan's imperial history.
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