Order of the African Redemption, Knight Commander

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SKU: 01.LBR.0101.103.01.000

Estimated market value:

$350 USD

  • Order of the African Redemption, Knight Commander Obverse
  • Order of the African Redemption, Knight Commander Obverse
  • Order of the African Redemption, Knight Commander Reverse
  • Order of the African Redemption, Knight Commander Obverse
  • Order of the African Redemption, Knight Commander Reverse

Estimated market value:

$350 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Liberia
  • Composition
    Silver gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Rev: THE LOVE OF LIBERTY BROUGHT US HERE
  • Size
    61x101mm
  • Image Licensing
    https://www.emedals.com/africa/other/liberia-a-humane-order-of-african-redemption-knight-commander-c-1950

Physical Description and Item Details


Of French manufacture in silver gilt displaying a five pointed white enameled star with hand painted centre with a blue enameled surround, reverse with silver centre motif with enameled laurel surround, with laurel suspension mounted to integral half ring, makers mark on ring OL, and boars head French silver hallmark on loop, with enamel loss to laurels.

History


This Order is conferred upon individuals in recognition of humanitarian service to the nation, and to those who have made significant contributions to the emancipation of African Americans.

Prior to 1897, this Order was known as the Order of African Liberation. It replaced the Lone Star Medal.

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