Order of Merit, Grand Officer

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SKU: 01.NOR.0103.103.01.000

Estimated market value:

$550+ USD

  • Order of Merit, Commander (with star) Obverse

Estimated market value:

$550+ USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Norway
  • Composition
    Silver gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: V
  • Size
    62mm
  • Version Remarks
    The featured image is the cross of the Order. Depending on the degree, the Order of Merit is worn differently. The featured image is the cross of the Order. Depending on the degree, the Cross of Merit is worn differently.

History


Established by King Olav V, this Order is conferred upon Norwegians, living in Norway and abroad, foreigners, foreign Nationals, and Norwegian Foreign Service Diplomats, in recognition of exceptional service in the interest of Norway.

The Order has generally been conferred to Norwegian citizens, residing in Norway.

The reigning King is the Grand Master of the Order.

Insignia may be awarded in either gold or silver.

The insignia are returned to the state upon the death of the original recipient, or when the recipient has been awarded a higher rank of the Order.

When conferred upon women the Commander (with star) is worn on a bow ribbon, and when conferred upon men, worn on a neck ribbon.

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