Decoration for Excellent Services (Nishan-e-Khidmaat Husna), in Silver, II Class

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SKU: 02.IND.0117.102.01.000

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Attributes

  • Country
    India
  • Makers
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: [PERSIAN INSCRIPTION] Rev: [PERSIAN INSCRIPTION]
  • Size
    63mm

History


The Decoration for Excellent Services (Nishan-e-Khidmaat Husna) was instituted by Nawab Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abbassi IV in 1883. The Medal is presented in 3 Classes to state employees to recognize distinguished and meritorious service provided in the fields of military, police or other civil services. The Decoration was first amended by Nawab Bahawal Khan V Abbassi in 1904, and again by Nawab Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan V Abbasi in 1936.

The II Class is composed of Silver.

A Persian script which translates to "By the Grace of God Sadiq Mohammed Abbasi V Ruler of God Gifted Kingdom of Bahawalpur" is featured on the obverse and the inscription "Khidmaat Husna" (Excellent Services) is featured on the reverse.

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