China, War Lords Republic. A Xu Shichang Presidential Inauguration Medal, 1918 GTRexclude 119 other ranks

119 other ranks

approximately 15mm diameter

silvered bronze bar representing the base of the crown

scattered gilt wear on the edge

In April 1941 it was attached to the XXXX

China, War Lords Republic. A Xu Shichang Presidential Inauguration Medal, 1918 GTRexclude 119 other ranksIn hollow silver, with obverse depicting a tintype photograph of Xu Shichang at centre, with green and red surround, reverse with crossed flags, measuring 43. 8 mm (w) x 56 mm (h inclusive of suspension and horizontally pierced ball), with light contact to enamels, on correct period ribbon, very fine. Footnote: Xu was Premier of the Republic of China (a position equivalent to Secretary of State) from 1914 1916. He was elected President in 1918. As a