Japan, Empire. An Order of the Rising Sun, III Class Republic of green and brown embroidery in

green and brown embroidery in the base of the crown

measuring 44 mm x 33 mm

with an integral loop for suspension from a brown leather strap

The front cover bears a raised

measuring 44 mm (w) x 110 mm (l)

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Rising Sun, III Class Republic of green and brown embroidery inInstituted in 1875. Early Meiji Period. Silver neck badge with white enamel and a dark red cabochon centrepiece, inclusive of flower suspension 87. 2 mm (h) x 55. 4 mm (w), small stain on ribbon, mint condition. Housed in original case, very fine condition. Footnote: The Order was instituted 4th of October 1875 by Emperor Meiji. The Order of the Rising Sun is awarded to people who have rendered distinguished service to the state in various fields