Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Auspicious Clouds, Viii Class United Republic of awarded for the development and

awarded for the development and strengthening of peace and cooperation between nations

Footnote: This cross was established on November 27

joined together through the outer quadrants by a circular ring with white frontal enameling

constructed of silvered and gilded bronze

while Lieutenant Cameron Brant

Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Auspicious Clouds, Viii Class United Republic of awarded for the development andIn silver, on a laterally pierced suspension ball, inscribed on reverse, measuring at 45. 9mm (w) x 51. 9mm (h to top of suspension ring) and weighing at 30. 2 grams, in extremely fine condition. Footnote: This Order was established by Emperor Kang Teh of Manchuria. It is considered the exact equivalent to the Japanese Order of the Rising Sun. This Order is also known as the Order of the Prosperous Cloud. The reverse Japanese characters translate to