Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Chrysanthemum, I Class Sash Newly Listed maker marked "H BIRKS -

maker marked "H BIRKS - SON" on the reverse

small contact marks to enamels

The inside of the tunic is lined in a steel blue nylon-cotton blend

in zinc horizontal pinback

the cross is superimposed by an enameled period Spanish coat of arms along with the inscription AL MERITO EN CAMPAÑA

Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Chrysanthemum, I Class Sash Newly Listed maker marked "H BIRKS -( Dai kun'i kikka sh). Instituted December 25, 1877 by Emperor Meiji of Japan. A full length sash badge in red and dark blue watered silk, with a rosette near the end, measures 880 mm (l folded in half), ribbon connects via a thin hook and ring attached to each side, light creasing, a rare sash which remains in extremely fine condition.