Order of the Sacred Crown, III Class
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SKU: 01.JPN.0107.104.01.000
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A silver gilt oval medallion with clusters of three enameled cherry blossoms forming the four points of a star, obverse centre presenting a silver gilt ancient Japanese Imperial Crown on a blue enamel background, with a red enameled surround with finely enameled stocks and a dual pearl border, with a characteristic and unique to the class moth suspension in white enamels.
This Order was established by Emperor Meiji. It is conferred in recognition of notable services. Originally it was awarded to Japanese and foreign women, and occasionally men. Now, it is conferred only upon members of the Imperial Family and foreign ladies of distinction.
The III Class Badge features a "moth" or "white butterfly" suspension wreath.
On April 13, 1896, this Order was increased to 8 classes with the addition of the V, VI, and VII classes.
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