WW2 Era Japanese army medal of the Rising Sun, 8th Class 旭日章, Kyokujitsu-shō

This medal is the Order of the Rising Sun, 8th Class, awarded for distinguished achievements or meritorious service to Japan. The Order was the first national decoration awarded by the Japanese government, established in 1875.

Obverse: The medal features a stylized depiction of the Paulownia flower, a traditional Japanese emblem symbolizing the Japanese government and imperial family. The design of the Rising Sun symbolizes energy as powerful as the rising sun in parallel with the "rising sun" concept of Japan ("Land of the Rising Sun").

Obverse legend: None

Reverse: The reverse side of the medal includes Japanese characters

Reverse legend: Japanese characters, reading 勲功旌章

Country: Japan
Year: World War II era
Metal: Silver
Edge: Plain
Weight ±: 15.5 g (together with ribbon)
Size ±: 31 mm

The Order of the Rising Sun, 8th Class is a prestigious honor awarded by the Emperor of Japan, recognizing exceptional service or contributions to the state or society.

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