Anyone know what this Is ??

[Tony A]

Hi Guys,

I am not normally into WW2 Japanese militaria but I recently came across this medallion in its original leather pouch with chain. I have no idea what it is.

It looks to be made of solid silver and measures 4.5 cm in diameter.

Can anyone tell me what it is ? It is clearly military in origin.

Best regards

Tony A.

[GeorgeP]

Nice! South China Expeditionary Army Commem. medal to Unit 8114: 67th Ind. Inf. Batt. Hong Kong Defense Force. Quite desirable!


Tom

[Nick Komiya]

A commemorative medallion for service in Southern China for the Matsumoto company of the 8114 unit (code for the 67th independent Inft battalion in charge of defending Hong Kong)

[Tony A]

Thanks very much indeed ! That makes a lot of sense. My grandfather must have brought it home after the liberation of Hong Kong and I found it whilst clearing my own father's effects.

Tony A

[Jareth]

Curious if this originally had a ribbon?

[GeorgeP]

Imo, I wouldn't think that this would have a ribbon. It seems if anything, watch fobby to me. It reminds me a little of the commem. medal that General Homma had struck after occupying the Philippines. It seems like a few of those had small loops attached as well.


Tom