China, Qing Dynasty. An Order Of The Double Dragon, Fifth Class, C.1900 United Republic of the founder

the founder

and a large aerial reconnaissance view)

exhibiting nice old patina

1940 push for the Channel in the Invasion of France

" stenciled on the front

China, Qing Dynasty. An Order Of The Double Dragon, Fifth Class, C.1900 United Republic of the founder1896 1911 Type. Of local manufacture in silver with eight hand etched rays, each with gilded recesses, centre consisting of two dragons circling a clear cabochon and red coral above, gilt Chinese characters surround, 'Thunder Cloud' suspension, including a hand filed elongated loop, measuring 53. 5 mm (w) x 61 mm (h inclusive of integral suspension), on period ribbon with silver gilt catches, suspension ring bent, otherwise very fine. This offering is