Japan, Manchukuo. An Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VI Class, c.1935 Province of China demonstrating minor loss of gilt

demonstrating minor loss of gilt silver finish to the base metal

opening to reveal covers lined with off-white parchment and situated within gilt borders

each of the arms finished with two finials

He stated as much in a pamphlet that was widely distributed

Japan, Manchukuo. An Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VI Class, c.1935 Province of China demonstrating minor loss of gilt(Ta Hsan Wei Lan Hua Chang). Instituted in 1934. In silver with blue, white and yellow enamels, along with a red circular centerpiece ring, measuring 48. 5 mm (w) x 79. 8 mm (h) inclusive of its Imperial orchid suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon with hook and eye, extremely fine. Footnote: The "Ching Yun Chang" was established together with the higher orders by Imperial Edict of March 1, 1934. Eight classes were established for award to