Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Crown VIII Class, in Case Province of China 2mm (h – inclusive of

2mm (h – inclusive of integral ring)

in addition to a Black Grade Wound Badge for which an entry date is missing

and Nine Years' Long Service Medal (in cupro-nickel

measuring 367 mm in length

at which point he was posted to No

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Crown VIII Class, in Case Province of China 2mm (h – inclusive ofInstituted 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