Japan, Imperial. A Rare Flying Association Merit Medal, 1929

  Silver with an inlayed ruby at the junction of the propellers, illustrating a screaming eagle, it's talons firmly grasping the propeller below, marked "T" and "H" on the left and right blades of the propeller, dated "1929" in Japanese on the reverse, 23.8 mm x 35 mm, on original ribbon with hook and eye, dark patina, better than extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, red velvet exterior, gilt characters on the inside lid, recessed medal bed, case near extremely fine.