ANTIQUE TAISHO ERA JAPANESE MILITARY GOLDEN KITE MEDAL

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This is an unusual Taisho era antique Japanese military 7th Class Order of the Golden Kite. Strictly a military medal, it was awarded to Imperial Japanese Army & Navy personnel only. The medal is made of pure silver with a gilt kite. The ribbon is made of silk. The medal is in excellent condition, just some patina from age. The ribbon is in good shape with minor soiling and wear on the back. The rosette is in excellent shape. The case is structurally in great shape with minor wear only. This medal is older, dating from around the Taisho era (1912 to 1926). This type has 9 roundels on the right side of the medal, the later versions only have 8. Note the top feather on the kite's wing is shorter than the Meiji era versions. Overall, it's a very nice, original set. The medal is absolutely guaranteed original. Learn more about this medal by going here: /wiki/Order_of_the_Golden_Kite The last photo I included is just to show you a similar medal being worn. Thank you and good luck bidding. PLEASE READ BEFORE BIDDING: *Import duties, taxes & charges aren't included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Check with your country's customs office to see what these additional costs will be prior to bidding.*If you have less than 10 feedbacks you'll need to fax a copy of your drivers license or read more
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