10 mm x 22
noting that Antifaev had been a "Tinsmith" in his civilian life
that he would meet his demise only two weeks after sending the letter
" It left me with real sad memories thinking about my wife whom I married just two weeks before I left for overseas
see lot GST1035 as complete group
Japan, Empire. A Red Cross Society Order Of Merit Auction 10 mm x 22Instituted in 1888. In silver with red, white and blue enamels, measuring 45. 8 mm (w) x 51 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon with hook and eye, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, pebbled exterior, gilt characters on the lid, inside lined in violet silk, recessed medal bed, case also extremely fine.