China, Qing Dynasty. An Order Of The Double Dragon, I Class, Iii Grade Sash Badge, C.1910 Archive Issued 1888-1916

Issued 1888-1916

reverse with dates in relief ‘1899 1900’

1890 in Copgrove

5 mm (w) x 54 mm (h - inclusive integral suspension)

with permission to retain rank and wear uniform

China, Qing Dynasty. An Order Of The Double Dragon, I Class, Iii Grade Sash Badge, C.1910 Archive Issued 1888-1916(Shuang Lung Pao Hsing). Instituted in 1882. Type II (1900 1912 Issue). A silver gilt award, consisting of six smooth arms, obverse centre presenting three concentric circles, first presenting a large coral bead denoting I Class, second with two ascending dragons as well as a a small coral bead denoting III Grade, final outer circle consisting of alternating tower and thunder clouds in blue enamel, measuring 44. 8 mm (w) x 63. 8 mm (h inclusive of its