Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class GTRexclude Athabaskan sailed on March 29

Athabaskan sailed on March 29

encompassed by a dark blue enamel border inscribed in gilt “MEXICO CONFIA EN TUS HIJOS” (MEXICO TRUST YOUR CHILDREN)

chipping evident in the red and green enamelled jewels at the base of the crown

51 mm (w) x 37

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class GTRexclude Athabaskan sailed on March 29Instituted in 1890. Eight point star with red, blue, and yellow enamels, on original green ribbon, 49. 7 mm (h) x 46. 6 mm (w), mint condition. Housed in original case, very fine condition. Footnote: The Order of the Golden Kite was instituted on the 12th of February 1890 by Emperor Meiji. It was awarded for bravery, leadership or command in battle.