Japan, Imperial; Manchukuo. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class, and an Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class Auction worn on military ribbon bearing

worn on military ribbon bearing crossed sword device

measuring 18 cm (w) x 9 cm (h) when folded on a flat surface

A card stock envelope posted in 1930

measuring 164 mm (w) x 230 mm (h)

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

Japan, Imperial; Manchukuo. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class, and an Order of the Auspicious Clouds, VIII Class Auction worn on military ribbon bearingAn 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.