Order of Social Merit, I Class

SKU: 01.BEN.0103.101.01

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  • country
    Benin
  • date of institution
    December 31, 1962
  • remarks
    The versions dates are unknown. It is also uncertain if there was another version that was awarded in the People's Republic of Benin. More research is necessary.

History


The Order of Social Merit is conferred upon individuals in recognition of exceptional service rendered to the social or economic development of Benin, as well as for extraordinary acts of courage during the performance such service.

There are at least two versions of the Order that differ in design and inscription according to regime changes. The first version features a reverse inscription that translates to "Republic of Dahomey, Social Merit," and the second version features a reverse inscription that translates to "Republic of Benin, Social Merit."

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    Rev: REPUBLIQUE DU DAHOMEY MERITE SOCIALE

  • Size

    36mm

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    Rev: REPUBLIQUE DU BENIN MERITE SOCIALE

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