with the name "Schellert" hand inscribed on the reverse
within a ribbed silver ring
then as a Gunner-in-Command of Torpedo Boat No
The interior is lined in black rayon
It is lightly worn and depicts light sweat stains on the interior from period wear
Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Golden Kite, Vii Class Newly Listed with the name "Schellert" hand(Kinshi kunsho). Instituted in 1890. In silver gilt, measuring 42. 8 mm (w) x 57 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, lightly soiled original ribbon with hook and eye, contact marks, very fine. Accompanied by its 21. 5 mm (w) x 14 mm (h) ribbon rosette with button hole attachment, in its hardshelled case of issue, balsa wood frame, black lacquer finish, gilt characters on the lid, inside lid lined in violet satin, black velvet