Japan, Occupied Manchuko. An Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class GTRexclude Type II (post 1939) (in

Type II (post 1939) (in silvered brass

He would survive the war and later advance to the rank of Major

postmarked April 22

inside a green enameled oak leaf wreath

(up to 1936) In silvered brass

Japan, Occupied Manchuko. An Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class GTRexclude Type II (post 1939) (inInstitution 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