Order of the Black Star, Grand Cross Breast Star

CATEGORY: Version

SKU: 01.FRA.0119.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$335-400 USD

  • Grand Cross Breast Star Obverse
  • Grand Cross Breast Star Obverse
  • Grand Cross Breast Star Reverse
  • Grand Cross Breast Star Reverse

Estimated market value:

$335-400 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    France
  • Composition
    Silver/Silver gilt/Enamelled
  • Size
    85-88x87-88mm

History


The Order of the Black Star was founded by the King of Porto-Novo on December 1, 1889 and it became a colonial French order on May 10, 1896. The Order was one of three orders named an “Order of Overseas France” on September 1, 1950. It was later suppressed when the National Order of Merit was created in 1963.

The Order was awarded for overseas service in West African territories of at least 3 years, or for service in colonial expansion. After 1933, the minimum service requirement was extended to 9 years.

The Grand Cross Breast Star and I Class Commander Breast Star are identical.

Decorations may vary in size, composition, and manufacturer.

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