For your consideration is an exceptional, museum-grade Imperial Japanese Army (IJA) ceremonial banner. Obtained locally from the estate of a WWII Pacific Theater Veteran.

• ​Construction: Rare double-layered silk construction with a heavy, substantial hand-feel.

• ​Design: 16-ray Rising Sun (Army centered) with a continuous golden bullion-style twisted fringe on ALL four sides.

• ​Condition: Excellent. Fabric is strong and supple, not brittle or "shattered." Minor age-related toning consistent with 80+ year-old silk.

• ​Authentication: Black-light tested; negative for UV fluorescence (no modern synthetic glow), confirming period-correct natural dyes and fibers.

• ​Dimensions: 25" x 33" (including fringe).

​This is not a standard soldier's souvenir flag; the quality and 4-sided fringe indicate it was likely a podium banner or a high-ranking command presentation piece.