Japan, Empire. An Imperial Sea Disaster Rescue Society Merit Medal, III Class Auction Archive 72nd Highlanders) Naming is privately

72nd Highlanders) Naming is privately engraved

16mm (a rare decoration)

refinished gilt and therefore in near mint condition

Staffordshire

Manitoba Contingent is listed on the roll for the Egypt Medal with Nile 1884-85 clasp

Japan, Empire. An Imperial Sea Disaster Rescue Society Merit Medal, III Class Auction Archive 72nd Highlanders) Naming is privatelyIn bronze with a darkened silver finish, measuring 31. 8 mm in diameter, silvering wear evident on the edge, light contact, original ribbon with hook and eye, better than very fine. Footnote: These medals are presented by the Imperial Sea Disaster Rescue Society and are entirely unofficial but are frequently mistaken for national awards.