Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Crown VIII Class, in Case Province of China and Nine Years' Long Service

and Nine Years' Long Service Medal (in cupro-nickel

with ornate cherry blossom and floral motives

2mm (h – inclusive of integral ring)

the left pair split between the pocket and the the uniform itself

a pristine example of a variant commonly issued to Condor Legion personnel in extremely fine condition

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Crown VIII Class, in Case Province of China and Nine Years' Long ServiceInstituted January 3, 1888. In silver gilt, an oval medallion with floral designs at its four ends, obverse centre shows the ancient Japanese crown and bird of paradise, reverse plain, measures 38. 8mm (w) x 46. 3mm (h inclusive of ball suspension), weighs 20. 5 grams, missing ribbon, dark patina, minor wear, very fine. In the original case of issue, near black lacquer with Kanji on the lid, purple silk and velvet interior, measures 70 mm (w) x 97 mm