Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Badge Hold Cord is fabricated from fine

Cord is fabricated from fine aluminum wire wrapped around a white cotton core

Footnote: This badge was awarded by the Civil Aviation Directorate from the Ministry of Air and Navy to pilots who graduated from “Sport Tourism” departments

Footnote: William Joseph Kirkbride was born on March 4

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Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Badge Hold Cord is fabricated from fine(, 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