Japan, Empire. A Cased Order of the Golden Kite, VII. Class Breast Badge, with Matching Boutonniere Newly Listed United States Air Force Command

United States Air Force Command Pilot Badge (insignia in silvered bullion wire

the second one from the top maker marked "J

on loop for suspension from a chain with clasp

71 mm (w) x 64

Japan, Empire. A Cased Order of the Golden Kite, VII. Class Breast Badge, with Matching Boutonniere Newly Listed United States Air Force Command(Kinshi Kunsh). Instituted February 12th, 1890. Constructed of silver, the obverse depicting a gilt Kite above crossed ancient shields with two crossed spears and banners, on a horizontally pierced ball and swivel ring for suspension from its period original ribbon featuring a hook and loop on the reverse for secure attachment to a uniform, unmarked, measuring 43. 2 mm (w) x 56. 4 mm (l), weighing 34. 19 grams inclusive of its ribbon. Accompanied by