US$ 34.99
engraver marked "A Borrel" on both sides
conscientious"
This particular buckle is illustrated on page 491 of "Belt Buckles & Brocades of the Third Reich
each constructed field-grey wool
Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Precious Crown, Vii Class With Case Newly Listed engraver marked "A Borrel" on(Hokan_sho ). Instituted in 1888. In silver with blue detailing on the crown in the centre, measuring 38 mm (w) x 47 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, dark patina, contact marks evident on the reverse, original bow tied ribbon with pinback, near extremely fine. Accompanied by its Rosette, measuring 11. 5 mm in diameter with pinback, in its hardshelled case of issue, balsa wood frame, the exterior with a black lacquer finish,