Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case Republic of constructed of green wool with

constructed of green wool with an additional layer of grey wool

The grouping consists of:

this specific Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross features a black

Vienna (with details matching the attributes of crosses believed to be authenticate as per “The War Merit Cross 1

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case Republic of constructed of green wool with( (Kinshi kunsho). Instituted February 12, 1890. In silver with red, purple, yellow, blue, and white enamels, the badge depicting a golden kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on original striped green ribbon, measures 46. 2 mm (w) x 49. 9 mm (w), rivets on reverse, in very fine condition. Accompanied by a small boutonniere. Contained in the original hardshell case, black lacquer, purple silk and velvet interior,