Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case GTRexclude perforated with two holes for

perforated with two holes for the attachment of rivets presumably formerly accommodating a national coat of arms

the interior with a white satin lid liner and slotted black velvet medal bed

was a journalist prior to enlisting in December 2nd 1942

including four photos of the Italian Navy operating in the Mediterranean

dated "1937" and marked "4

Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case GTRexclude perforated with two holes for( (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 45. 8 mm (w) x 49. 6 mm (w), rivets on reverse, enamels intact, in extremely fine condition. Accompanied by a small boutonniere. Contained in the original hardshell case, black lacquer, purple silk and