Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Badge Auction Archive Footnote: Horst-Günther von Fassong (1919–1945)

Footnote: Horst-Günther von Fassong (1919–1945) was a highly decorated flying ace

died 1953) on July 14

surrounded by a Greek inscription

Australian Russell Guest spent many years researching aviation matters both at home and in the United Kingdom

" above the fasces

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Badge Auction Archive Footnote: Horst-Günther von Fassong (1919–1945)(, 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