Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class with Lapel Pin and Case Auction He was promoted to the

He was promoted to the rank of Squadron Leader in April 1937

arriving in Liverpool

single-hinged

with central black enameled Prussian imperial eagle

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class with Lapel Pin and Case Auction He was promoted to the, Kinshi Kunsh. Institution Date: February 12, 1890 by Emperor Meiji. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Badge in silver bearing an open winged gilt falcon atop of the badge, with a plain reverse, measuring at 42. 6mm (w) x 56. 8mm (h inclusive of the suspension ball), weighs 32. 2 grams. It is accompanied by its period ribbon and by a small bow boutineer with a button backing. Both are presented in their original black lacquer case of issue with