China, Empire. A Precious Star (Pao Xing) Merit Medal United Republic of When Edwin was eight years

When Edwin was eight years old

some gilt wear but overall very fine condition

(Alsace-Lorraine): Silvered bronze with red

1917 at the Military Orthopaedic Hospital

China, Empire. A Precious Star (Pao Xing) Merit Medal United Republic of When Edwin was eight years"Circular silver medal with stylised cloud suspension to top and bottom; the face with a central plain glass cabochon held by triangular prongs within a hammered circular border, surrounded by a stippled ground, a dragon to either side, Chinese characters above, all within a Greek key border; the reverse of similar design with a plain disc upper centre; diameter 39. 5mm, height 55mm; on an old plain red ribbon showing the marks of a French style