Japan, Empire. A Shakudo Dragon Fuchi & Kashira (Hilt Collar & Pommel) Province of China 12 mm x 49

12 mm x 49

five of which are kneeling in the front row while ten others are standing behind them

the obverse bearing a central raised monogram of King Johann

and Soviet orders

They were designed after the Japanese Red Cross awards and were probably awarded in much the same way

Japan, Empire. A Shakudo Dragon Fuchi & Kashira (Hilt Collar & Pommel) Province of China 12 mm x 49( ). A matching set of hardware for an edged weapon, consisting of a finely crafted Fuchi (hilt collar) and Kashira (pommel), constructed of silvered brass, depicting a pattern with dragons bearing gilt accents, measuring 39 mm (w) x 23 mm (l) and 34 mm (w) x 18 mm (l), very fine condition.