Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case Newly Listed Constructed of gilded silver and

Constructed of gilded silver and bronze

nor does it mention it on his Department of the Army Official Statement of Service

Constructed of dark navy blue rayon

extensive oxidation to the portepee

the bottom covered in a mid-tine blue cloth

Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case Newly Listed Constructed of gilded silver and( (Kinshi kunsho). Instituted February 12, 1890. In silver with red, purple, yellow, blue, and white enamels, the badge depicting a golden kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on original striped green ribbon, measures 46. 2 mm (w) x 49. 9 mm (w), rivets on reverse, small areas of enamel cracks in the rays, in very fine condition. Accompanied by a small boutonniere. Contained in the original hardshell case, black