Comoros - Order of the Star of Anjouan (3rd Class)
- Country: Comoros (Anjouan)
- Order Name: Ordre Royal de l'Étoile d'Anjouan (Royal Order of the Star of Anjouan)
- Class: 3rd Class – Commander (Neck Badge)
- Dimensions: 65.30 x 60.75 mm
- Type: Neck Badge (Ribbon missing)
- Established: 1874 by Sultan Said Omar bin Said
- Awarded for: Diplomatic, civil, and military merit
Design Features
- Material: Gilded bronze with enameled details
- Shape: Eight-pointed starburst
- Central Medallion:
- White enamel background featuring an upright gilded hand on a crescent (symbolizing peace and protection).
- French inscription: "Ordre Royal de l'Étoile d'Anjouan - Comores"
- Arabic script above the hand, reflecting the Islamic heritage of the Sultanate.
- Suspension:
- Traditional loop ring for a neck ribbon (missing).
- Designed to be worn as a Commander’s badge.
Condition
- Enamel wear: Small chipping visible in the medallion (please refer to pictures).
- Gilding: Light wear on high points, but overall well-preserved.
- Neck ribbon is missing.
Historical Significance
- Originally established as a royal order of the Sultanate of Anjouan.
- Later incorporated into the French Colonial Honors System, often awarded to French military officers, colonial administrators, and diplomats.
- The Commander Class (3rd Class) was typically awarded to high-ranking officials or distinguished civilians.
This is a rare and collectible example of a French colonial-era honor, particularly desirable among collectors of African royal orders, French protectorate decorations, and colonial awards.
For more details on its condition, please refer to the provided images.
Comoros - Order of the Star of Anjouan (3rd Class)
285,00$Fiyat