Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Rising Sun, V Class Hold measuring 15 mm

measuring 15 mm

to the pommel and stylized eagle cross guard

The ribbons used with the Canadian and British versions of the medal are the same

extreme wear to exterior leatherette

HOGG / 31

Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Rising Sun, V Class Hold measuring 15 mm( Kyokujitsu sh). Institution Date: April 10, 1875. Multi piece construction in silver gilt with enamels and a red glass centerpiece, with paulownia flower suspension with Japanese characters on the reverse, measuring at 46mm (w) x 40. 0mm (h) and weighing at 36. 2 grams, on a vertical pinback, with crazing and chips to enamels, period ribbon with rosette, better than very fine condition.