The 1894 25th Wedding Anniversary Medal commemorated the wedding
anniversary of the Meiji Emperor.
The gold medal was awarded to Imperial princes and the princesses, and the
silver to people of noble rank who attended the ceremonies.
Scarcity Scale 1 dot is common. 5 is extremely rare.
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Scarcity Scale 1 dot is common. 5 is extremely rare.
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Gold medal
Silver medal
Imperial Japan Medals and Badges
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25th Wedding Anniversary Medal
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An illustration from a 1934 medal book
Women's version, silver.
Extremely rare presentation document. This was awarded to Marquis
Tokudaiji, Minister of the Imperial Household and Keeper of the Imperial
Seals. You can notice the low issue number; 34.
Thanks to Pieter for this fine photo!
Award number 727.