Order of the White Star, Silver Medal (in silver/enamelled)

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SKU: 01.EST.0104.112.01.001

  • Order of the White Star, Silver Medal (in silver/enamelled) Obverse

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Attributes

  • Country
    Estonia
  • Composition
    Silver/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Rev: 1936 X 7
  • Size
    31mm
  • Image Licensing
    The Silver Medal image is attributed to the Republic of Estonia and is used in the public domain according to the Republic of Estonia Copyright Act, passed on November 11, 1992. It was sourced from the English version of the Decorations Act of the Republic of Estonia of December 19, 2007 available from the official website of the Republic: https://www.president.ee/en/estonia/decorations/images/00113019.pdf.

History


The Order of the White Star was established by Prime Minister Konstantin Päts in 1936 in commemoration of the struggle for Estonian independence. It was later suppressed during the Soviet occupation, but it was renewed in 1996 following the restoration of Estonian independence.

It is conferred upon Estonian citizens - generally civil servants - in recognition of service rendered to local governments or the state administration, although it is also conferred upon Estonian citizens in recognition of contributions made to education, science, the economy, sports, culture, and community services in Estonia. It is also conferred upon foreigners for meritorious service rendered to Estonia. It may be awarded posthumously.

There are two versions of the Silver Medal which vary in composition.

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