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

measuring 42 mm (w) x 55 mm (l)

each panel under a celluloid shield within a silvered magnetic frame

The tabs with a buckram core

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.