Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case Auction obverse illustrating the Tughra of

obverse illustrating the Tughra of Mahmud II

Steputat was killed in action near Santec

The leather chin strap remains intact

The recipients were Ottoman

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class in Case Auction obverse illustrating the Tughra of( (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,