Egypt Order of the Republic Medal | وسام الجمهورية (مصر) | Officer/Knight Grade
Established 1953 | Republic Era Decoration | With Hallmarks
This listing is for an original Egyptian Order of the Republic medal, instituted in 1953 following the establishment of the Republic of Egypt. This is the medal version, designed for wear on the left chest from a ribbon (not included here).
Item Details:
Country: Egypt
Decoration: Order of the Republic – Medal version (likely Officer or Knight class)
Date Instituted: 1953
Material: Enamel and silver with gilded highlights
Size: Approximately 52.4 mm in diameter
Suspension: Circular ring with Egyptian eagle clasp
Ribbon: Not included
Design:
Radiating star with blue and gold enamel arms
Red central medallion with Arabic inscription
Intricate hand-cut detailing in silver
Raised eagle motif on suspension clasp
Markings: Arabic hallmarks on the back of the medal, suspension clasp, and connecting ring
Condition:
Front: Excellent enamel quality; no visible cracks or damage
Back: Clean silver with natural patina; hallmark and inscription crisp
Suspension: Fully intact; eagle shows mild wear from handling
Overall Grade: Extremely Fine (EF) — ideal for display or collection
This class of the Order was awarded for valuable service to the state, often to civil servants, military officers, and foreign dignitaries. It is not common on the market in this condition with full hallmarks and brilliant enamel.
Great piece for collectors of Arab world orders, Middle Eastern military history, or post-colonial Egyptian memorabilia.