Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Treasure, Fifth Class with Case United Republic of Silvering nearly completely worn off

Silvering nearly completely worn off

on a dark blue wool backer and with black rayon backing

wire hanger placed on the reverse for wall hanging

signing his Attestation Paper as a Private (264769) with the 213th Infantry Battalion "Toronto Americans"

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Treasure, Fifth Class with Case United Republic of Silvering nearly completely worn offInstituted January 4th, 1888. Constructed of silver gilt with white and blue enamels, along with sixteen red glass cabochons, on a horizontally pierced ball and swivel ring for suspension from a correct period original replacement ribbon, unmarked, measuring 43. 3 mm (w) x 48. 3 mm (h inclusive of ball suspension), on period triangular ribbon, very fine. Accompanied by a small rosette and original case of issue in black lacquer with purple interior,