Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Crown VIII Class, in Case visually-hidden three of the four are

three of the four are missing one of their lugs

each with its own brooch pinback

in Geology

and SS personnel

steaming via the Celebes Sea and Balikpapan

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Crown VIII Class, in Case visually-hidden three of the four areInstituted January 3, 1888. In silver gilt, an oval medallion with floral designs at its four ends, obverse centre shows the ancient Japanese crown and bird of paradise, reverse plain, measures 38. 8mm (w) x 46. 3mm (h inclusive of ball suspension), weighs 20. 5 grams, missing ribbon, dark patina, minor wear, very fine. In the original case of issue, near black lacquer with Kanji on the lid, purple silk and velvet interior, measures 70 mm (w) x 97 mm