Ancient, British and World Coins, Tokens and Historical Medals

Japan, Return of Okinawa to Japan, 1972, cased bronze medal, struck at Tokyo Mint, 67mm, with loop in centre, cord attached to it. As struck (£20 -30)

Apparently a special gift to high ranking officials on the return of the Islands to Japan. The unusual loop in the centre perhaps indicates the piece was intended as a paperweight