Japan, Empire. An Order of the Rising Sun with boutonniere, IV Class Republic of 1918 in Brandon

1918 in Brandon

measuring 85 mm (w) x 82 mm (h)

were conducted with unfailing courtesy

with a square magnetic back plate

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Rising Sun with boutonniere, IV Class Republic of 1918 in BrandonInstituted in 1875. Early Meiji Period. Silver neck badge with white enamel and a dark red cabochon centrepiece, inclusive of flower suspension 72. 4 mm (h) x 45. 4 mm (w), on original striped ribbon, mint condition. Housed in original case, very fine condition. Footnote: The Order of the Rising Sun was instituted 4th of October 1875 by Emperor Meiji. The Order of the Rising Sun is awarded to people who have rendered distinguished service to the state