Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class Hold near the Madeleine

near the Madeleine

mounted on sturdy fold-out card stock

adhered to a round brass base with an etched pattern around the exterior

a round medal constructed of silvered bronze

three 52nd Cavalry Brigade

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class Hold near the Madeleine(). Instituted February 12, 1890. In silver, silver gilt, with multicolour enamels, the badge depicting a golden kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on original striped green ribbon, reverse with four rivets, measures 46. 3 mm (w) x 49. 7 mm (h), weighs 30. 67 grams, small enamel chip in the yellow on the 7 oclock arm, gilt wear, dark patina on the silver, in very fine condition.