Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class United Republic of two straps on the back

two straps on the back for placement upon a belt

measuring 88mm in diameter

the lid bearing the Norwegian Royal Crown and inscribed "DEN KGL

Mixed lot of two medals: a Red Cross Membership Medal in silver and an Order of the Rising Sun VIII Class in silver

and some material fatigue to the wool

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class United Republic of two straps on the back(). Instituted February 12, 1890. In silver, silver gilt, with multicolour enamels, the badge depicting a golden kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on original striped green ribbon, reverse with four rivets, measures 46. 3 mm (w) x 49. 7 mm (h), weighs 30. 67 grams, small enamel chip in the yellow on the 7 oclock arm, gilt wear, dark patina on the silver, in very fine condition.