Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Badge Hold a German School Festival badge

a German School Festival badge

Footnote: William Joseph Kirkbride was born on March 4

The Royal Australian Regiment from September 10

II Class Silver Grade and III Class Bronze Grade

with clasp 2nd class attached to ribbon (15x15mm)

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Badge Hold a German School Festival badge(, 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