Order of the Dragon of Annam, Grand Cross

SKU: 01.FRA.0117.101.01

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  • Grand Cross Obverse
  • Grand Cross Obverse
  • Grand Cross Obverse
  • Grand Cross Obverse
  • Grand Cross Reverse
  • Grand Cross Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    France
  • date of institution
    May 10, 1896

History


The Order of the Dragon of Annam was founded by the Emperor of Annam, Dong-Khanh, on March 14, 1886. The Order became a colonial French order on May 10, 1896, and was awarded by the French State until May 5, 1950.

It was awarded for overseas service in Indochina of at least 3 years, or for service in colonial expansion. After 1934, the minimum service requirement was extended to 9 years.

The Order could be awarded by the French President or by the Emperor of Annam. To avoid confusion, the crosses awarded by the Emperor of Annam were suspended from red ribbons with yellow trim, and the crosses awarded by France were suspended from green ribbons with orange trim.

There is a great deal of variety in this Order, and as a result, decorations vary in size, composition, and manufacturer.

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Versions

  • Price

    $1750+ (with case of issue) USD

  • Composition

    Silver/Gold/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: DONG-KHANH HOANG-DE

  • Size

    65x110mm

  • Maker

    Adrien Chobillon, Paris

  • Version Remarks

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  • Price

    $850-1150 USD

  • Composition

    Silver gilt/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: DONG-KHANH HOANG-DE

  • Size

    60-75mm

  • Maker

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  • Price

    $1150 USD

  • Composition

    Silver/Silver gilt/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: DONG-KHANH HOANG-DE

  • Size

    65mm

  • Maker

    Herard, Paris

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