Order of Sepah, V Class Medal, in Gilt

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SKU: 01.IRN.0110.402.01.000

Estimated market value:

$530 USD

  • Order of Sepah, V Class Medal, in GiltSepah, V Class Medal, in Gilt
  • Order of Sepah, V Class Medal, in Gilt Reverse

Estimated market value:

$530 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Iran
  • Composition
    Silver gilt/Enamelled
  • Size
    43mm

Physical Description and Item Details


Iran - Order of Sepah, founded in 1924, jewel of a knight in the shape of a flower with five petals angled with swords in translucent red enameled silver, the background delicately guilloche, in the center a rising sun in vermeil on a background of opaque light blue enamel , mark with the head of wild boar and the house Arthus-Bertrand, without ribbon. Rare.
43 mm

History


The Order of Sepah (Nishan-i-Sipah) was founded by Ahmad Shah Qajar at the recommendation of Reza Kahn in 1924. The Order was issued in 6 Classes; the first 3 are Decorations while the later are regarded as Medals. It is believed that the Order began as the Sardar-Sepah Commemorative Medal which marked Reza Khan's rise to power in 1921, and was later reformed as the Order of Sepah following the overthrow of the Qajar dynasty. The Order was awarded as Iran's second highest honour for military service and recognized Officers and other ranks for demonstrations of gallantry in action or courage and acts of exceptional bravery performed in internal conflicts. Personnel who were wounded or were killed while in action were also eligible for the award. Upon the Islamic Revolution in 1979, the Order was dissolved.

The Gilt Medal was awarded to Non-Commissioned Officers and other enlisted personnel.

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