Republic of China Blue Sky White Sun Medal & Ribbon Bar – Later Type

Republic of China “Blue Sky, White Sun” Medal & Matching Ribbon Bar – Later Type A finely made collector reproduction featuring the historic Blue Sky with a White Sun emblem of the Republic of China. This later and more familiar pattern features the distinctive twelve-rayed White Sun on a deep blue central field, surrounded by an elaborate multi-layered white starburst with polished gilt-tone outlines. The medal is suspended from a high-quality red, white and blue woven ribbon with traditional metal pin-back mounting. A matching ribbon bar is included. Full-size medal with matching ribbon bar Later common-type starburst design Historic twelve-rayed Blue Sky & White Sun emblem Deep blue and white decorative finish Polished gilt-tone metal details High-quality woven suspension ribbon Traditional pin-back fittings Reverse with period-style Chinese markings The Blue Sky with a White Sun became one of the most recognizable national and military symbols associated with the Republic of China and appears throughout the history of Republican China, including the Second Sino-Japanese War and Chinese Civil War eras. An attractive display piece for collectors of Republic of China militaria, Republican China, Chinese military history, Asian orders and medals, and 20th-century military decorations. Please note: This is a modern collector-made reproduction for historical collecting and display and is not an original period-issued decoration.