Gold-plated silver, enamels. Measures 49.7 mm in height (incl. eyelet), 45.9 mm in width. The ribbon and rosette appear to be original. Very well-made piece. Comes with the original black lacquered wooden box of issue with velvet fitted pad for the order, and includes a miniature rosette, apparently to be worn as a lapel pin. The order comes with a two-fold ribbon featuring a 21.6 mm rosette, established in 1937.

In excellent condition. The enamels are intact showing just a few minuscule contact points, barely noticeable with the naked eye. The latch on the issue box is mi

Gold-plated silver, enamels. Measures 49.7 mm in height (incl. eyelet), 45.9 mm in width. The ribbon and rosette appear to be original. Very well-made piece. Comes with the original black lacquered wooden box of issue with velvet fitted pad for the order, and includes a miniature rosette, apparently to be worn as a lapel pin. The order comes with a two-fold ribbon featuring a 21.6 mm rosette, established in 1937.

In excellent condition. The enamels are intact showing just a few minuscule contact points, barely noticeable with the naked eye. The latch on the issue box is missing. Otherwise, the box is in excellent condition.

The Order of the Golden Kite was established by Imperial Prescript of February 12, 1890. It was bestowed upon persons who had rendered distinguished military service. The order was abolished by Government Ordinance in 1947.
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