A Chinese Order of the Emperor Mandarin's 'plume of distinction'

A Chinese Order of the Emperor Mandarin's 'plume of distinction', Qing Dynasty, 19th century, ling zhi, the Dan yan hua ling conferred on Chinese Nobles and Court officials from the 1st to the 6th rank, housed in a paper slip (calligraphy reads Daxing plume shop), the plume approximately 34cm long, in Chinese black lacquer box with painted inner lid and gilt details to exterior Provenance: Linda Wrigglesworth's private collection, London The one-eyed plume, a symbol of the meritorious service to the Emperor. See Linda Wrigglesworth, Imperial Wardrobe, pages 112-113. 清19世纪 单眼花翎（带翎盒）Condition Report: The plume in overall good condition The orange paper slip with tears at both endsThe lacquer box with some chips to corners and edges but generally quite presentable Condition Report Disclaimer