Japan, Occupied Manchuko. An Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class Auction maker marked "BILDHAUER GURSCHNER WIEN"

maker marked "BILDHAUER GURSCHNER WIEN"

1893 in Birmingham

with loss of finish evident to the insignia

the daughter of an English country gentleman

Japan, Occupied Manchuko. An Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class Auction maker marked "BILDHAUER GURSCHNER WIEN"Institution Date: March 1, 1934 by Emperor Kang Teh of Manchuria. In all silver, 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), on period ribbon and in original case of issue with a purple velvet interior lining and medal bed. The medal is in extremely fine condition. Footnote: This Order was