Order of Ismail, Commander
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SKU: 01.EGY.0105.105.01.000
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An absolutely outstanding commander's cross in Gold, with exquisite enamel work, five blue enameled arms with hand etched gold details and enameled ball finials, a green and black enameled laurels surrounded a blue centre, crown suspension in Gold with red and blue enamel finishes, measuring 60.3 mm (w) x 82.5 mm (h - inclusive of suspension and loop), well hallmarked on reverse, suspension, suspension loop, crown reverse for 18k Gold, Stork symbolizing Gold Manufacture, and Date Letter "A" 1925-26), on old ribbon, remains in near mint condition. Housed in original case of issue, leather bound and embossed in gold, interior lid displaying the manufacture J.Lattes, Cairo, case in fine condition.
The Order of Ismail was instituted between 1915 and 1922 and is named in commemoration of the Viceroy and Khedive of Egypt, Ismail Pasha, who reigned between 1863 and 1979 and who constructed the Suez Canal. The Order of Ismail is bestowed upon Egyptian nationals and foreigners in recognition of chivalrous and honourable services provided to the throne. The Order became obsolete following the establishment of the Republic of Egypt in 1953.
The Order is composed of 4 classes. The Commander was limited to 150 members.
The Commander features an obverse Arabic inscription which translates to "Order of Ismail.
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