Japan, Imperial. A Rare Flying Association Merit Medal, 1929 certificate_of_authenticity By the time the Second

By the time the Second War began

white and navy blue cotton mesh

marked “2” for manufacturer C

published in New York in 1940 by The American Numismatic Society

Japan, Imperial. A Rare Flying Association Merit Medal, 1929 certificate_of_authenticity By the time the SecondSilver 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