Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Crown VIII Class, in Case visually-hidden small arms ammunition and markings

small arms ammunition and markings in the various Corps

steaming via the Celebes Sea and Balikpapan

each with its own brooch pinback

Significant issues consistent with age and field wear are evident

three of the four are missing one of their lugs

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Sacred Crown VIII Class, in Case visually-hidden small arms ammunition and markingsInstituted 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