Japan, Empire. A Cased Order of the Golden Kite, VII. Class Breast Badge consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac at the age of 26

at the age of 26

12 mm x 38

(1862-1896 Issue

reverse with a black memorial ribbon sewn in place bearing the Order's insignia with "In Memorial" on a wreath above and "PRIDE OF THE WEST / LODGE NO

Avis Cross on a white enameled background

Japan, Empire. A Cased Order of the Golden Kite, VII. Class Breast Badge consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac at the age of 26(Kinshi Kunsh). Instituted February 12th, 1890. Constructed of silver, the obverse depicting a gilt Kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on a horizontally pierced ball and swivel ring for suspension from its period original ribbon featuring a hook and loop on the reverse for secure attachment to a uniform, unmarked, measuring 42. 2 mm (w) x 57. 0 mm (l), in near extremely fine condition. Accompanied by its