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Rising Sun Order VIII Class - Antique Meiji Era Japanese Imperial Army Complete Set Splendid and excellent original collectible piece from the Japanese Empire. This is the Order of the Rising Sun, VIII Class (勲八等白色桐葉章 / Kun-hachitō Hakushoku Tōyashō), historically instituted during the Meiji era. A complete set of great value and rarity, ideal for enriching an international militaria collection or high-end Asian curio collection • 100% authenticity guaranteed: A genuine piece of Japanese military history, not a modern reproduction. • Rarity of the set: Extremely difficult to find on the market a specimen that preserves both the delicate lapel pin and the original lacquered box intact. • Original medal: Fully silver, featuring the traditional imperial emblem of the Paulownia leaf (Kiri). It shows a magnificent natural patina of age that attests to its authenticity. • Original ribbon: In the classic institutional white and red colors, in excellent condition with only light and charming signs of time. • Lapel badge (Rosetta): Original pin included, an accessory that is almost always missing and which makes this lot exceptionally complete. • Original presentation box: Premium wooden case lacquered in traditional black Japanese Urushi lacquer, embellished on the lid with raised Kanji characters in silver color stamped in a classic style.

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