Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Sacred Treasure, V Class Newly Listed probably less then 10 awarded

probably less then 10 awarded

original folded ribbon with safety pin attachment

by maker “Eduard”

and there is some paint loss evident to the scabbard

Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Sacred Treasure, V Class Newly Listed probably less then 10 awarded(, Zuihsh). Instituted in 1888. Multi piece construction, in silver with white and blue enamels, along with sixteen red glass cabochons, measuring 43 mm (w) x 48 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, repair evident in the red glass cabochons in multiple locations, crazing evident in the white enamels on some of the rays on three of the four arms, lightly soiled original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, near very fine.