Japan, Empire. Two Second War Period Awards & Insignia Newly Listed reverse bears wear and loss

reverse bears wear and loss of gilt in center

with five emanating rays between each arm

horizontal pinback marked "MADE IN ENGLAND")

an integrated cast hinge

Japan, Empire. Two Second War Period Awards & Insignia Newly Listed reverse bears wear and lossIncludes: 1. Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class (Kinshi kunsho). Instituted in 1890. In silver, the eagle with gilt, measuring 43. 3 mm (h) x 56 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, contact marks on the reverse, original ribbon with hook and eye. 2. Army Signalman Cap Badge: in die stamped brass, measuring 56. 3 mm (w) x 47. 8 mm (h), both prongs intact. Together, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Golden Kite was