Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VI Class consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac the 2nd (Reserve) Battalion

the 2nd (Reserve) Battalion

supplemented by one press photo of AH with NSDAP and SS officials at a review

and bearing reverse integral straps with reinforced buttonholes

the name could be Tillig of similar

surrounded by the inscription "OSCAR II SVERIGES NORR

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VI Class consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac the 2nd (Reserve) BattalionInstituted in 1890. In silver, badge shows golden kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on original striped green ribbon, inclusive of loop 66. 5 mm (h) x 41. 4 mm (w), mint condition. Housed in original case, very fine condition. Footnote: The Order of the Golden Kite was an order of the Empire of Japan. It was established on February 12, 1890, by Emperor Meiji, in commemoration of Jimmu Tenn, the Romulus of Japan.