Japan, Occupied Manchuko. An Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class Hold Mounted as worn German Style

Mounted as worn German Style

It sits securely within a nickel-plated crossguard

He died on November 30 of the same year

Die-stamped bronze gilt with red and yellow paint

Japan, Occupied Manchuko. An Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class Hold Mounted as worn German StyleInstitution Date: March 1, 1934 by Emperor Kang Teh of Manchuria. In all silver, depicting three rays in each quadrant, totalling twelve, and a silver medallion in the center, with reverse inscription translating to Order of Merit Decoration'', measuring at 45mm (w) x 51mm (h), on period ribbon and in original case of issue with a purple velvet interior lining and medal bed. The medal is in extremely fine condition. Footnote: This Order was