China, War Lords Republic. A Xu Shichang Presidential Inauguration Medal, 1918 visually-hidden In this action

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75 mm (h - inclusive of integral suspension)

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China, War Lords Republic. A Xu Shichang Presidential Inauguration Medal, 1918 visually-hidden In this actionIn hollow silver gilt, with obverse depicting a tintype photograph of Xu Shichang at centre, with green and red surround, reverse with crossed flags, measuring 43. 58 mm (w) x 56. 68 mm (h inclusive of suspension and horizontally pierced ball), with contact and minor loss to enamels, near 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