Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class with Lapel Pin and Case Buy Now The Navy Distinguished Service Medal

The Navy Distinguished Service Medal was originally senior to the Navy Cross

hallmarked with Imperial silver hallmarks (800 fine)

1915 and was medically cleared for service on May 17

Qualifying service for the award of the medal can be for distinctive meritorious achievement and service

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class with Lapel Pin and Case Buy Now The Navy Distinguished Service Medal, 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 gilt falcon atop of the badge, with a plain reverse, measuring at 42. 6mm (w) x 56. 8mm (h inclusive of the suspension ball), weighs 32. 2 grams. It is accompanied by its period ribbon and by a small bow boutineer with a button backing. Both are presented in their original black lacquer case of issue with