Japan, Imperial; Manchukuo. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class, and an Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class Auction the reverse overlaid by a

the reverse overlaid by a central medallion bearing a number “20” in Roman numerals

awarded to personnel of the Royal Air Force and other British Armed Forces

the wreathed demonstrates consistent loss of silver finish and a small spot of oxidation to the obverse eight o’clock position

It was re-named the Order of Defence and Security in 1998

Japan, Imperial; Manchukuo. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class, and an Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class Auction the reverse overlaid by aAn Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class. (Kinshi Kunsh). Instituted February 12th, 1890. Constructed of silver, the obverse depicting a gilt Kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on a horizontally pierced ball and swivel ring for suspension from its period original ribbon featuring a hook and loop on the reverse for secure attachment to a uniform, unmarked, measuring 41. 2 mm (w) x 56. 2 mm (l), light wear, very fine.