Japan, Empire. An Order of the Precious Crown, VIII Class Auction a RLB donor’s badge

a RLB donor’s badge

Before his service in the military he worked as a sculptor

and a chance to connect with other Huguenot descendants around the country

A brief description has been given of the expeditions for which participants have been awarded the medals

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Precious Crown, VIII Class Auction a RLB donor’s badgeInstituted in 1888. In silver, oval medallion with floral designs at its four ends, obverse centre shows the ancient Japanese crown and bird of paradise, unattached to yellow bow ribbon, 46. 2 mm (h) x 37. 6 mm (w), very fine condition. Footnote: The Order of the Precious Crown was instituted on the 4th of January 1888 by Emperor Meiji. It is the highest Japanese honour for women.