Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Hold in well-worn condition

in well-worn condition

while still being posted to RCAF Station Sea Island

with a functional push-button release set into the obverse and connecting to a clip emanating from the ricasso to release the scabbard lock

the announcement appearing in the London Gazette 27264 of Tuesday

Housed in a red hard shell case

Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Hold in well-worn condition(Kinshi Kunsh). Instituted February 12th, 1890. In silver, the obverse depicting a gilt Kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on a horizontally pierced ball and swivel ring, unmarked, measuring 44. 0 mm (w) x 56. 5 mm (l), with Boutonniere, near mint.