Japan. An Order Of The Golden Kite, Vii Class With Case Hold unworn and extremely mint condition

unworn and extremely mint condition without signs of wear or significant traces of patina

in die silvered metal (magnetic)

hallmarked and marked "STERLING" on the inside

1921 in Kieselbronn

Japan. An Order Of The Golden Kite, Vii Class With Case Hold unworn and extremely mint conditionKinshi kunsho. Instituted in 1890. In silver, measuring 43. 5 mm (w) x 56 mm (h) inclusive its laterally pierced ball suspension, dark patina, original ribbon with hook and eye, near extremely fine. In typical Japanese manufactured case of issue, lacquered exterior with fitted medal bed, near very fine. Footnote: The Order of the Golden Kite was an order of the Empire of Japan, established on February 12, 1890 by Emperor Meiji "in commemoration of