Russo-Japanese War medal, unknown maker from Japan

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Russo-Japanese War medal , 1906, Meiji period (1868–1912)
Where object was made: Japan
Material/technique: brass; silk
Credit line: William Bridges Thayer Memorial
Accession number: 1928.2970.a,b,c
On display: Loo Gallery
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Empire of Things

Each of these medals represents the affirmation of Japanese rule over other Asian territories. The chrysanthemum crest, with the perfection of its petals, is a Japanese symbol of the sun or the imperial family. It is also a symbol of optimism.

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Empire of Things
Kris Ercums, curator
Kate Meyer, curator
2013–2015
Empire of Things
Kris Ercums, curator
Kate Meyer, curator
2016–2021
Debut
Kris Ercums, curator
2021–2023
Debut
Kris Ercums, curator
2021–2022
The Spencer Cabinet
2022–2027
The Spencer Cabinet
2022–2027