China, Manchukuo (Japanese Occupation). A National Census Commemorative Medal 1940 Auction rust evident on the front

rust evident on the front of the Iron Cross

Although his condition existed before enlistment

Instituted April 7 1815 by Emperor Franz I

measuring 42 mm x 34 mm

the reverse bears soldered attachment loops

China, Manchukuo (Japanese Occupation). A National Census Commemorative Medal 1940 Auction rust evident on the front(Kokuseichsa kinen medaru ). Instituted in 1940. In bronze, measuring 30 mm in diameter, very light contact, original ribbon with hook and eye, near extremely fine. Footnote: This National Census Commemorative Medal was conferred in commemoration of the Temporary National Census which began on October 1, 1940. Sources assume that this medal was awarded to census takers and others involved in the process. The Japanese characters on the reverse