Japan, Empire. A Lot of Four Decorations Auction loss of nickel finish to

loss of nickel finish to the hilt

remnants of an adhesive are evident to the obverse

4th Class" on the lid

circa 1941/42

followed by steady

Japan, Empire. A Lot of Four Decorations Auction loss of nickel finish toAn Order of the Rising Sun, V Class, in silver and enamels, measures 45 mm (w) x 71 mm (h), worn on the ribbon, enamels intact, very fine. Accompanied by a boutonniere, and contained in the original case of issue, in black lacquer with purple interior, very fine. An Order of the Rising Sun, VIII Class, in silver, measures 30. 5 mm (w) x 32. 2 mm (h), worn on original ribbon, dark patina, very fine. Accompanied by the boutonniere. Contained in the