Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case Newly Listed As a member of German

As a member of German and American high society

featuring handwritten and stamped entries to Dr

as he was transferred and posted to the Ryukyu Islands

light crazing evident on the chinstrap

in Ingram's own words

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case Newly Listed As a member of German( (Kinshi kunsho). Instituted February 12, 1890. In silver with red, purple, yellow, blue, and white enamels, the badge depicting a golden kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on original striped green ribbon, measures 46. 2 mm (w) x 49. 6 mm (w), rivets on reverse, in very fine condition. Accompanied by a small boutonniere. Contained in the original hardshell case, black lacquer, purple silk and velvet interior,