Royal Order of Cambodia Grand Officer Knight Cross Medal Breast Star Badge Pin

Rare Royal Order of Cambodia Breast Star - Knight Grand Cross / Grand Officer:
Item Overview:
Breast star of the Royal Order of Cambodia (Ordre Royal du Cambodge). Established in 1864 by King Norodom I, this prestigious insignia was awarded for exceptional civil and military merit. This specific piece is a breast star, which signifies one of the two highest classes of the order: Knight Grand Cross or Knight Grand Officer.
Historical Significance:
  • Era: Originally a Cambodian order, it was adopted as a French Colonial Order from 1896 until 1948.
Design Details:
  • Format: Large eight-pointed star with finely faceted, diamond-shaped rays.
  • Central Medallion: Features the royal coat-of-arms on a translucent blue enamel background, surrounded by a vibrant red enamel ring.
  • Construction: Heavy brass metal weighs 83 grams
  • Reverse: Features a vertical pinback for secure breast mounting.
  • Size:  100 mm tall
  • Enamel is intact with no visible chips or cracks.
  • Original patina present; no major dents or deep scratches.
  • Pin mechanism on the reverse is fully functional.
Specifications:
  • Type: Breast Star (Plaque)
  • Origin: Cambodia / France (Indochina)
  • Material: Silver-gilt / Enamel

 

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