1920 Japan - 1st National Census Medal Taishō 9th Year
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The 1920 Census Medal is the only Census Medal ever issued in Japan. It was given to official census takers and those employed by the census bureau. The medal was awarded in a paulownia wood case with a white fitted insert. Some 220,000+ medals were issued.
Obverse: The medal showcases an engraving of a traditional Japanese official, depicted in historical attire, standing at a table with writing instruments.
Obverse legend: None present.
Reverse: The reverse side contains an inscription in Japanese
Reverse legend: 大正九年 / 国勢調査 / 記念章 / 十月一日
Country: Japan
Year: 1920 (Taishō 9th Year)
Metal: Bronze
Edge: Plain
Weight ±: 17.3 g (together with ribbon)
Diameter ±: 30.4 mm
This Japan Census Medal serves as a historical artifact, commemorating the national census effort, an important event in Japan's development and governance.
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