Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Crown, VIII Class, c.1900 visually-hidden 43mm (h) (to top of

43mm (h) (to top of ring suspension) and measuring at weighing at 18

in silver an eight point star with clusters of five faceted rays

partial loss of black wool to the right of the crown and random wear overall

catch hallmarked RZM M4/22

1891- March 15

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Crown, VIII Class, c.1900 visually-hidden 43mm (h) (to top of(, Hkan sh) Institution Date: January 3, 1888 by Emperor Meiji. A Japanese Order of the Sacred Crown, VII Class. A silver gilt oval medallion with clusters of three cherry blossoms forming the four points of a star, center obverse presenting a silver gilt ancient Japanese Imperial Crown on a silver background, reverse plain. Accompanied by a bow ribbon, the decoration measures at 38 mm (w) x 47. 0 mm (h), minor wear, in extremely fine condition. The