Japan, Empire. An Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class

In silver, on a laterally pierced suspension ball, inscribed on reverse, measuring at 45.9mm (w) x 51.9mm (h-to top of suspension ring) and weighing at 30.2 grams, in extremely fine condition.

Footnote: This Order was established by Emperor Kang Teh of Manchuria. It is considered the exact equivalent to the Japanese Order of the Rising Sun. This Order is also known as the Order of the Prosperous Cloud. The reverse Japanese characters translate to "Order of Merit Decoration".