Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Golden Kite, Vii Class With Case Archive small part of one letter

small part of one letter of legend lacking

84 mm (h - inclusive of crown)

French hallmarks on the ring

Both are unmarked examples and are likely a custom “one-of” order for a government building or the office of a high ranking official

Japan, Empire. An Order Of The Golden Kite, Vii Class With Case Archive small part of one letter(Kinshi kunsho). Instituted in 1890. In silver, measuring 42. 5 mm (w) x 56. 5 mm (h) inclusive its laterally pierced ball suspension, contact marks, original ribbon with hook and eye, very fine. Accompanied by its 11. 2 mm in diameter rosette with button hole attachment, in its hardshelled case of issue, the exterior with a black lacquer finish, balsa wood frame, gilt characters on the lid, the inside of the lid lined in violet satin and padded, the