Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Newly Listed A War Merit Cross 1st

A War Merit Cross 1st Class wth Swords by Wilhelm Deumer -  In silvered zinc

Sources assume that this medal was awarded to census takers and others involved in the process

Lockhart 37th Bn

also stamped with letter A on bottom of flat loop and on integral ring

or in the name of

Japan, Imperial. An Order of the Golden Kite, VII Class Newly Listed A War Merit Cross 1st(Kinshi Kunsh). Instituted February 12th, 1890. In 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, unmarked, measuring 44. 0 mm (w) x 56. 5 mm (l), with Boutonniere, near mint.