Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, VI Class in Case Newly Listed 302 mm x 403 mm)

302 mm x 403 mm)

Contained in original light blue cardboard box bearing the dates 1914-1918 on the lid

(1949-1965 issue)

A blackened leather washer covers the seam with the upper crossguard

velvet medal bed with strong hinge and push button catch

Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, VI Class in Case Newly Listed 302 mm x 403 mm)( (Kinshi kunsho). Instituted February 12, 1890. In silver gilt, a lovely decoration, reverse plain, measures 42. 3 mm (w) x 57. 8 mm (h), worn on original ribbon with hook and eye on the reverse, small contact marks to edges, in very fine condition. Accompanied by a boutonniere. Contained in the original case of issue, a black lacquer case with Kanji on the lid, interior features dark purple silk and velvet, light wear, in extremely fine condition.