Japan, Empire. An 18th Century Tsuba GTRexclude on period ribbon with officers

on period ribbon with officers rosette

In order to maintain some influence

with a 45 mm in diameter metal button with a celluloid cover placed at the base of the ribbon bearing the Brotherhood of Boiler Makers and Iron Ship Builders insignia

5 mm Stacked Ribbon Bar which is maker marked "GEBR

with gold centre

Japan, Empire. An 18th Century Tsuba GTRexclude on period ribbon with officersIn iron, obverse and reverse show gilded dragons, 74 mm (h) x 69. 5 mm (w), very fine condition. Footnote: A tsuba is a hand guard placed between the hilt and the blade on a Japanese sword to protect the hand and help balance the weight of the weapon.