China, Republic. An Order of the Golden Grain, I Class Star, c.1925

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China, Republic. An Order of the Golden Grain, I Class Star, c.1925

(Chia Ho Hsün Chang). Instituted July 29, 1912 by President Yuan Shih Kai. Type II. (1916-1928 Issue). An eight point silver gilt star with clusters of five faceted rays, an overlaid white enamel eight point star with an extending ray between each cluster of faceted rays, centre obverse presents five standing sheaves of grain in green and yellow enamel on white background, in a green enamel surround with red, blue, yellow and white enamel dots equally spaced in the border, centre reverse features a stamp of Chinese character (meaning Order of the Golden Grain), with principle vertical pin with dual stays, measures 95mm (w) x 95mm (h), light cracking and small chips in white enamel rays, oxidized silver, overall very fine condition.

Footnote: The Order of the Golden Grain was conferred upon individuals in recognition of exceptional civil or military meritorious service and achievement. This order was abolished by the Nationalist Government in 1929 and replaced by the Order of the Brilliant Jade.

This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr.Goodwin between 1946-1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an educator and prominent physician in New York as well as actively serving in both World Wars with the United States Medical Corps. He acted as both President and Vice-President of the Orders and Medals Society of America (OMSA) and is responsible for organizing their first convention in 1960. He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. His knowledge and passion for history and awards is evident in this meticulously compiled collection that is now available in its entirety for the first time exclusively on eMedals.com.