Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Badge United Republic of with some loss of gilt

with some loss of gilt finish evident

including celebrations in a pub

engraved "Charles S

while the right breast pocket has a fine quality green cloth corded aiguillette attached to the pocket's button and the second button on the front closure

1 Canadian Guards and posted to the National Defence College at Kingston

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Badge United Republic of with some loss of gilt(, Kinshi Kunsh) Institution Date: February 12, 1890 by Emperor Meiji. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Badge in silver bearing an open winged falcon on the top of the badge, with a plain reverse, measuring at 43. 6mm (w) x 56. 8mm (h inclusive of the suspension ball), weighs 36. 5 grams. The badge is on its period ribbon with a hook and eye. It is accompanied by a small bow boutineer with a button backing. Both are presented in their original