Japan, Empire. An Order of the Rising Sun with boutonniere, III Class consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with the word “VERDIENST” (“MERIT”

with the word “VERDIENST” (“MERIT” broken into “VER” and “DIENST” to fit the centre

three Defence Medals

his right arm thrusting his rifle skyward

interior fabric hinge perfectly intact

United States Military Academy Graduation Diploma (issued to Cadet John P

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Rising Sun with boutonniere, III Class consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with the word “VERDIENST” (“MERIT”Instituted 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), on original striped neck 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