Order of the Leader (Nishan-i-Sadari), I Class Grand Cordon Breast Star (Sardar-i-A'ala)

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SKU: 01.AFG.0101.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$2500 USD

  • Order of the Leader (Nishan-i-Sadari), I Class Grand Cordon Breast Star (Sardar-i-A'ala) Obverse
  • Order of the Leader (Nishan-i-Sadari), I Class Grand Cordon Breast Star (Sardar-i-A'ala) Reverse
  • Order of the Leader (Nishan-i-Sadari), I Class Grand Cordon Breast Star (Sardar-i-A'ala) Obverse

Estimated market value:

$2500 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Afghanistan
  • Composition
    Silver gilt
  • Inscription
    Obv: [ARABIC INSCRIPTION]
  • Size
    78x79mm
  • Version Remarks
    The reverse is stamped "900" on the reverse.

History


The Order of the Leader (Nishan-i-Sadari) was established by King Amanullah Khan around 1923. The Order is awarded in recognition of exceptional military merit or other exceptional service provided to the ruler or the Nation. The Order was made obsolete in 1929 but was later revived by King Muhammad Zahir Shah. It is believed that the Order was conferred in 2 Classes, however, other sources posit that the Order consisted of 5 Classes. Subsequent research is necessary to confirm. The Order was again discontinued in 1973.

In addition to the 2 Classes, a Superior Class with diamonds may also exist. More information is needed.

The Grand Cordon Breast Star is worn with the Grand Cordon Badge as the I Class award.

There are multiple versions of the Grand Cordon Breast Star which are expected to vary by design, composition, and size. However, due to uncertainty and vagueness surrounding the background, production, and structure of the Order, the different versions are not featured here. The different versions may vary according to time period or monarch.

Recipients of the I Class are entitled to use the title "Sardar-i-A'ala" before their name and also receive land grants.

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