Japan, Empire. An Order of the Rising Sun, I Class Badge Archive worn on incorrect period ribbon

worn on incorrect period ribbon

affixed to a backplate with all four reverse attachment prongs intact

the 40 Year Long Service Cross constructed of gilt bronze with black enamels

Union Grand Army of the Republic Veteran's Medal & Captain Bar - In bronze (44

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Rising Sun, I Class Badge Archive worn on incorrect period ribbon, Kyokujitsu sh). Institution Date: April 10, 1875 by Emperor Meiji. In silver, an Order of the Rising Sun I Class, with white enamels and red cabochon medallion. The enamels are intact with very minor crazing to a few arms. The badge is missing the Paulownia flower suspension at 12 oclock. The badge measures at 77 mm in diameter, and weighs 90. 5 grams. It is in very fine condition. Footnote: This Order is conferred by the Japanese Government in