the reverse also with pebbled arms and a central wreathed “1939”
Footnote: The medal was struck by Amor and issued by the Arts & Crafts Association of Sydney
Adjustment holes are actually through belt itself
with real embedded mother-of-pearl ribbed plates on either side
some demonstrating minor material fatigue or discolouration
Japan, Occupied Manchuko. An Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VII Class Hold the reverse also with pebbledInstitution Date: March 1, 1934 by Emperor Kang Teh of Manchuria. In silver gilt, depicting three rays in each quadrant, totalling twelve, and a silver medallion in the center, with reverse inscription translating to Order of Merit Decoration'', measuring at 45mm (w) x 51mm (h), weighs 25. 2 grams, on period ribbon and in original case of issue with a purple velvet interior lining and medal bed. The case is missing the clasp. The medal is in extremely