Japan Order of the Sacred Treasure 5th Class Zuihosho Medal Original Ribbon

Japan - Order of the Sacred Treasure, 5th Class. Offered is an original Japanese Order of the Sacred Treasure, 5th Class, known in Japanese as (Kun-Go-To Zuihosho). The Order of the Sacred Treasure (/ Zuihosho) was established by Imperial decree on 4 January 1888 and is one of Japan's historic national orders. It was awarded for long and meritorious service and could be awarded to both Japanese and foreign recipients.

The decoration is immediately recognizable by its distinctive design of white/silver rays, blue enamel, red decorative jewels and a gilt central element, suspended from the characteristic pale blue ribbon with orange edge stripes. Award: Order of the Sacred Treasure. Type: Japanese State Order / Decoration.

Awarded for: Long and meritorious service. Material: Silver with gilt details and enamel. Main design: Radiating silver/white rays. Center: Blue enamel medallion with gilt central mirror. Decorative elements: Red paste/jewel elements.

Ribbon: Pale blue with orange stripes. Included: One decoration with ribbon, exactly as photographed.

The Order incorporates representations of two of the Imperial Regalia of Japan. The central polished octagonal element represents the Yata Mirror, associated with purity and wisdom. The surrounding red jewel design represents the Yasakani Jewel, associated with benevolence, obedience and affection. The 5th Class decoration consists of five white/silver rays of varying length on each arm of the cross. The central blue enamel field is surrounded by a gilt ring and the characteristic red jewel decoration.

The reverse bears the four Japanese characters associated with the decoration, and the medal is fitted with the distinctive suspension and ribbon. The Australian War Memorial has a documented Japanese Order of the Sacred Treasure 5th Class dating to approximately 1930, made of silver, with the same blue central enamel, gilt center, red paste jewels and pale blue ribbon with orange stripes. The Order of the Sacred Treasure was established during the reign of Emperor Meiji in 1888.

It originally consisted of eight classes and was awarded for distinguished and meritorious service. The 5th Class is a collectible mid-level grade of the order and is encountered in both pre-war/Imperial Japanese examples and later Japanese issues. Please examine all photographs carefully for the condition of the silver/gilt finish, enamel, red decorative elements, ribbon, suspension and reverse. Minor age-related marks, patina, surface wear or discoloration may be present consistent with the age of the decoration. The photographs form an important part of the description and show the exact item offered for sale. An attractive Japanese state decoration suitable for collectors of. This listing is for one Order of the Sacred Treasure 5th Class with ribbon, as pictured. Japan Order Sacred Treasure, Order Sacred Treasure 5th Class, Japanese Order Sacred Treasure, Japan Sacred Treasure Medal, Zuihosho, Zuiho Sho, Zuihosho, Kun Go To Zuihosho, Kun-Go-To Zuihosho, , , Japanese Medal, Japanese Decoration, Japanese Order, Japan Medal, Japan Military Medal, Japanese State Award, Japanese State Decoration, Imperial Japan Medal, Imperial Japanese Medal, Imperial Japanese Decoration, Japanese Imperial Order, Japanese Honors, Japanese Honour, Japanese Award, Japanese Militaria, Japan Militaria, Japanese Collectible, Japan Collectible, Asian Medal, Asian Orders, Asian Decorations, Silver Japanese Medal, Japanese Silver Order, Japanese Enamel Medal, Japanese Blue Ribbon Medal, Japanese Ribbon Medal, Japanese 5th Class Order, Order of Merit Japan, Japanese Long Service Medal, Japanese Merit Award, Vintage Japanese Medal, Antique Japanese Medal, Japanese Phaleristics, WWII Japanese Medal, WW2 Japanese Medal, Japanese Empire Medal, Imperial Japanese Militaria, Japanese History Collectible.

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