{"title":"Middle East-Afghanistan","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"an-order-of-istiqlal-of-afghanistan-civil-division-w2506","title":"An Order Of Istiqlal Of Afghanistan; Civil Division","description":"An Order of Istiqlal of Afghanistan; Civil Division - (Independence), breast Star, in bronze with silver applique, 76mm, Civil Division, unmarked, extremely fine","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46108779151637,"sku":"W2506","price":620.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/an_order_of_isti_547c8d72d2330.jpg?v=1692838207"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-order-of-the-star-w0225","title":"Afghanistan,    Order Of The Star","description":"Third Type (1926-29), Star Third Class, in hollow bronze, silver center, 79.5mm, unmarked, of Afghan manufacture, good very fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109871603989,"sku":"W0225","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/io424002.jpg?v=1692841801"},{"product_id":"1929-afghan-officers-star-of-honour-for-bachha-i-saqqa-w2033","title":"1929 Afghan Officers' Star Of Honour For Bachha-I-Saqqa","description":"1929 Afghan Officers' Star of Honour for Bachha-i-Saqqa - Silver, 47.7 mm x 49 mm, without ribbon, contact marks and surface wear, sticker residue on the reverse, near very fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110122410261,"sku":"W2033","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/1929_afghan_offi_53626babb6b8e.jpg?v=1692844181"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-the-supreme-sun-c1923-w2568","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Supreme Sun, C.1923","description":"(Nishan-i-Lmar-i-Ala); 1923 Issue. Type I. Of local manufacture, in bronze with silver centrepiece, measuring 49 mm, gilt wear on the reverse, very fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46111394824469,"sku":"W2568","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_04_171182b9-35c0-4741-9c04-e0b6393fc4ab.jpg?v=1692849749"},{"product_id":"an-afghanistan-medal-for-the-campaign-against-the-konar-state-w2341","title":"An Afghanistan Medal For The Campaign Against The Konar State","description":"An Afghanistan Medal for the Campaign Against the Konar State - Silver, 39.8 mm, ring suspension, without ribbon, marks on the reverse, light contact overall, near extremely fine.\n\n \n\nFootnote: The medal was instituted in 1945.\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46111505219861,"sku":"W2341","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_02_fcfe232b-b24a-4c02-bd1c-ff5aa21369d8.jpg?v=1692850024"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-officers-bachha-i-saqqa-campaign-star-of-honour-c1929-w2433","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Officer's Bachha-I-Saqqa Campaign Star Of Honour, C.1929","description":"(Habibullah). In silver, measuring 47.8 mm x 57.5 mm, original ribbon, light contact and surface wear, near extremely fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46111943917845,"sku":"W2433","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_02_43eb02e0-e27a-4d5b-82ae-f76f4011274a.jpg?v=1692850698"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-the-star-third-class-c1927-w2465","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star, Third Class, C,1927","description":"Type III. Issue 1926-1929. A large silver with an obverse copper centre, reverse with suspension bar for ribbon, measuring 81mm (d), very fine. ","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46112163725589,"sku":"W2465","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/the_order_of_the_546505903c4b5.jpg?v=1692851008"},{"product_id":"an-order-of-istiqlal-of-afghanistan-2nd-class-breast-star-w2977","title":"An Order Of Istiqlal Of Afghanistan; 2Nd Class Breast Star","description":"An Order of Istiqlal of Afghanistan; 2nd Class Breast Star; 1st Type; Silver centrepiece overlaying a brass base, centrepiece marked with Arabic \"2\", local manufacture, 72.5 mm x 76.7 mm, vertical pinback, centrepiece is loose, near extremely fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46115508846869,"sku":"W2977","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_04_3923c636-fc9c-44f8-97a8-53854b010882.jpg?v=1692854995"},{"product_id":"a-set-of-afghan-national-army-air-corps-pilot-wings-w4178","title":"A Set Of Afghan National Army Air Corps Pilot Wings","description":"Silvered cast metal, non-magnetic, unmarked, 20 mm x 75.8 mm, intact lugs and pin, light contact and pitting, better than very fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46119259701525,"sku":"W4178","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/d_0188_1.jpg?v=1692865263"},{"product_id":"an-afghan-medal-for-the-anniversary-of-the-founding-of-the-national-army-w4605","title":"An Afghan Medal For The Anniversary Of The Founding Of The National Army","description":"Silvered bronze, 40.2 mm, integral suspension, without ribbon, contact marks and wear on the obverse, bruised, very fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46120334852373,"sku":"W4605","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/aa_8024.jpg?v=1692869558"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-the-star-iv-class-c1923-w4864","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star; Iv Class, C.1923","description":"Type I (1923, with simple state of arms); Two-piece construction, silver gilt simple state of arms insignia, mounted to an eight-pointed silver star base, engraved \"Sooir\" with four other inscriptions on the reverse, measuring 79.5 mm x 79.8 mm, bullion and embroidered original ribbon suspended from a silver hanger with dual prong pinback, dark patina, extremely fine.\n  ","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46121168175381,"sku":"W4864","price":305.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/cc_4488.jpg?v=1692872288"},{"product_id":"international-two-order-of-the-sun-merit-medals-c1950-w5082","title":"International. Two Order Of The Sun Merit Medals, C.1950","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilver Grade Merit Medal (silvered bronze, 36.5 mm (w) x 47 mm (h), original ribbon with dual prong pinback); and Bronze Grade Merit Medal (bronze, 36.5 mm (w) x 47 mm (h), without ribbon). Very light contact, near extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46123256348949,"sku":"W5082","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c17-7478.jpg?v=1767040025"},{"product_id":"international-a-royal-medal-for-military-bravery-bronze-grade-c1935-w5125","title":"International. A Royal Medal For Military Bravery, Bronze Grade, C.1935","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn bronze, measuring 39.5 mm, without ribbon, contact marks, spotting, near very fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The medal was instituted in AD1942 by King Mohammed Zahir Shah who succeeded to the throne in 1933, at the age of 19, following the assassination of his father, King Mohammed Nadir Shah. He reigned until 1973 when, with the fall of the monarchy, the award became defunct.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46123753079061,"sku":"W5125","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-013304.jpg?v=1767040290"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-officers-star-of-honour-for-the-campaign-against-bachha-i-saqqa-w5355","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Officers' Star Of Honour For The Campaign Against Bachha-I-Saqqa","description":"\u003cp\u003eInstituted in 1929. In silver, measuring 47.8 mm (w) x 54.5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, light contact and surface wear, replacement ribbon, better than very fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The star was instituted in 1929 by Mohammed Nadir Khan and awarded to officers who had been involved in the defeat of Bacha-i-Saqao (Habibullah Kalakani).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46125016350997,"sku":"W5355","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-037139.jpg?v=1692880616"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-peoples-democratic-republic-an-international-fighter-medal-with-booklet-w5504","title":"Afghanistan, People's Democratic Republic. An International Fighter Medal With Booklet","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eInstituted in 1988. In brass with red, green and black enamels, measuring 32 mm in diameter, original ribbon, suspended from a traditional Soviet-style rectangular brass frame with screwback, extremely fine. Accompanied by its award booklet (un-named, red moisture-resistant cover, text in black ink on the inside spread, measuring 73 mm (w) x 104 mm (h)).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFootnote: The \u003cspan\u003eMedal for International Fighters (AKA Medal \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the Grateful Afghan People)\u003c\/span\u003e was instituted on December 28, 1988 and awarded to Soviet troops who served in Afghanistan from 1979 to 1989.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46125279576341,"sku":"W5504","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m182_1980.jpg?v=1692881869"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdoma-shinwari-capture-medal-c1882-w5540","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom.a Shinwari Capture Medal, C.1882","description":"Instituted in 1882. In silver, dated \"1300\" (1882) on the obverse, reeded edge, measuring 29.7 mm in diameter, contact marks and surface wear, on a period red, white and black cord, fine.\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46125572489493,"sku":"W5540","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m182_2158.jpg?v=1692882965"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-the-star-ii-class-grand-officer-sash-c1928-eg2921b","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star, Ii Class Grand Officer Sash, C.1928","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Nishan-i-Astour). Instituted 1901. 1926-1929 issue. A period and original sash of local manufacture, measuring 67 cm (l) x 11 cm (w), worn, remains good\/fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Star (Nishan-i-Astour) was established by Amir Abdu'r Rahman around 1901. The Order originally awarded in a single class in recognition of faithful service provided to the nation. The Order was later modified and expanded into 4 Classes by King Muhammad Zahir Shah. The Order was suspended in 1973. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis offering is a part of the \"Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection\", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr.Goodwin between 1946-1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an educator and prominent physician in New York as well as actively serving in both World Wars with the United States Medical Corps. He acted as both President and Vice-President of the Orders and Medals Society of America (OMSA) and is responsible for organizing their first convention in 1960. He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. His knowledge and passion for history and awards is evident in this meticulously compiled collection that is now available in its entirety for the first time exclusively on eMedals.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46125592772885,"sku":"EG2921B","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-050501.jpg?v=1692883025"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-the-star-grand-cross-case-egc6","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star, Grand Cross Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eInstituted 1920. A presentation case for a Grand Cross set of the Order of the Star, constructed of a wood frame with a lacquered red canvas exterior, the obverse lid with the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Afghanistan, the interior with a padded salmon-red satin-type lid liner and intact hinge cover and ribbons, with an Afghan maker’s mark, with a retractable depressed and slotted doeskin medal bed, opening with a functional bronze snap button and dual functional magnetic metal hinges, measuring 135 mm (w) x 302 mm (l) x 55 mm (h), some soiling and material fatigue evident, otherwise in better than very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis offering is a part of the \"Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection\", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr.Goodwin between 1946-1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an educator and prominent physician in New York as well as actively serving in both World Wars with the United States Medical Corps. He acted as both President and Vice-President of the Orders and Medals Society of America (OMSA) and is responsible for organizing their first convention in 1960. He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. His knowledge and passion for history and awards is evident in this meticulously compiled collection that is now available in its entirety for the first time exclusively on eMedals.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46126282539285,"sku":"EGC6","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c19-5551.jpg?v=1692885311"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-a-grand-merit-medal-iii-class-bronze-grade-w5700","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. A Grand Merit Medal, Iii Class Bronze Grade","description":"In bronze, measuring 38.3 mm in diameter, contact marks, on incorrect ribbon, very fine. \n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46126401487125,"sku":"W5700","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c19-6303.jpg?v=1692885576"},{"product_id":"international-a-medal-for-national-buzkashi-championship-1919-1338-ah-w6518","title":"International. A Medal For National Buzkashi Championship 1919 (1338 Ah)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn silver, dated \"1338\" (1919 AD) in Eastern Arabic numerals on the obverse, measuring 44 mm in diameter, the medal with a ring suspension and ornate hanger with its original embroidered ribbon, the latter suspended from a silver slotted hanger with dual prong pinback, edge nicks, contact marks, slight tarnishing, better than very fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Buzkashi (بزکشی, literally \"goat pulling\" in Persian) is a Central Asian sport in which horse-mounted players attempt to place a goat or calf carcass in a goal. Similar games are known as kokpar, kupkari, and ulak tartysh in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, and as kökbörü and gökbörü in Turkey, where it is played mainly by communities originally from Central Asia. Buzkashi is the national sport and a \"passion\" in the country, where it is often played on Fridays and matches draw thousands of fans. Whitney Azoy notes in his book Buzkashi: Game and Power that \"leaders are men who can seize control by means foul and fair and then fight off their rivals. The Buzkashi rider does the same\". Traditionally, games could last for several days, but in its more regulated tournament version, it has a limited match time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46128637509909,"sku":"W6518","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m20_00216.jpg?v=1761337493"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-the-star-i-class-grand-officers-case-m0321-15rl3","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star, I Class Grand Officer’s Case","description":"Instituted 1921. A presentation case for a I Class Grand Officer’s set of the Order of the Star, constructed of a wood frame with a red canvas exterior liner, the obverse lid with the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Afghanistan, the interior with a padded salmon-pink satin-type lid liner and intact hinge cover, with a slotted removable lemon-yellow doeskin medal bed, opening with a functional bronze snap button and dual functional magnetic metal hinges, unmarked, measuring 135 mm (h) x 304 mm (x) x 56 mm (h), one of the support beams for the medal bed is missing, otherwise in better than very fine condition.\n\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46130821234965,"sku":"M0321-15.RL3","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c19-0110_1_1.jpg?v=1692896342"},{"product_id":"international-an-order-of-the-star-i-class-grand-cross-case-c1935-w5434rl2","title":"International. An Order Of The Star, I Class Grand Cross Case, C.1935","description":"\u003cp\u003eNishan-i-Astour. Instituted in 1920. Type IV (1931-1960). Hardshelled, wooden-framed, red cloth exterior, marked with a gilt coat-of-arms within a corn wreath on the lid, padded salmon-coloured silk-like lining maker marked on the inside lid, lightly soiled salmon-coloured velvet raised platform with recessed medal bed for the breast star, dual hinged, latch closure, soiling and wear evident on the exterior, case fine. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46130989662485,"sku":"W5434.RL2","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC9239_1f2124f0-6088-4c69-83ac-c2174d4a8843.jpg?v=1759793947"},{"product_id":"international-an-order-of-friendship-between-nations-w6970rl1","title":"International. An Order Of Friendship Between Nations","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoviet-made, insignia in bronze gilt with blue and white enamels, mounted to a silvered and gilded bronze base via three bronze pins, measuring 47.7 mm (w) x 51.5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, suspended from a 34.7 mm (w) x 29.8 mm (h) silvered and gilded bronze hanger with pinback, missing its red ribbon, intact enamels, scattered gilt wear, contact marks, very fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Friendship Between Nations was instituted on December 24, 1980 and discontinued in 1992.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46131362890005,"sku":"W6970.RL1","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c2020_106_mnc7570_1.jpg?v=1763071302"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-the-star-i-class-grand-cross-case-c1940-w5938rl4","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star, I Class Grand Cross Case, C.1940","description":"Nishan-i-Astour. Instituted in 1920. Type IV (1931-1960) Hardshelled, wooden-framed, red cloth exterior, marked with a gilt Afghan coat-of-arms within a corn wreath on the lid, padded salmon-coloured silk-like lining which is Afghan maker marked on the inside lid, salmon-coloured velvet raised platform with recessed medal bed for the breast star, dual-hinged, latch closure, measuring 135 mm (w) x 300 mm (h) x 56.5 mm (d), soiling and wear evident on the exterior, lightly soiled velvet on the medal bed, fine.\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46133170667797,"sku":"W5938.RL4","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/m19_18402_1_1_1_1.jpg?v=1692904230"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-bravery-c1926-w6718","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of Bravery, C.1926","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Nishan-i-Shuja'at). Instituted in 1919. Type III (1926-1929) Of local manufacture, two-piece insignia in silver, the centrepiece illustrating the Kingdom of Afghanistan coat-of-arms, surrounded by an inscription in Arabic, mounted to a blackened magnetic metal base with multi-rayed arms consisting of three wide-pointed ends alternating with another three sharp-pointed ends, measuring 71.5 mm (w) x 70.8 mm (h), vertical pinback, scattered blackening wear evident on the reverse, near extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of Bravery was instituted by King Amanu'llah in 1919. The Order was presented in a single class, in recognition of acts of gallantry. The Order became obsolete in 1973.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46133781692693,"sku":"W6718","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/l22_mnc1268_718.jpg?v=1692906128"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-the-star-with-gold-ii-class-star-c1922-w7459rl1","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star With Gold, Ii Class Star, C.1922","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Nishan-i-Astour). Instituted in 1921. Type I (1921-1923). Centrepiece insignia in Gold, mounted to an eight-pointed silver star base, each star point with seven emanating rays, the reverse hand-engraved with the number \"6189\" in Eastern Arabic numerals along with three Arabic inscriptions, measuring 78.8 mm (w) x 79 mm (h), dark patina on the silver star base, original ribbon suspended from a hanger with dual prong pinback, extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Star was instituted in 1920 and discontinued in 1973. It is awarded in two classes: I Class and II Class, each with a Badge and Breast Star.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135006953749,"sku":"W7459.RL1","price":405.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/l22_mnc5834_064_1.jpg?v=1692908640"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-a-konar-state-rebellion-medal-1945-eu21196","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. A Konar State Rebellion Medal 1945","description":"\u003cp\u003e(مدال شورش ایالت کنار). Instituted in 1945. In silver, measuring 39.8 mm (w) x 45.5 mm (h) inclusive of its ring suspension, unique and ornate Afghan-style suspension, two prominent indentation marks on the reverse, light contact overall, without ribbon, very fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Konar State Rebellion Medal was instituted in 1945 by King Mohammed Zahir Shah and was awarded for the suppression of a Pashtun rebellion in the small north-eastern province of Kunar bordering Pakistan. Konar Safays are the largest and most powerful of the province’s Pashtun tribes. They have historically been one of the most dissident tribes, with a major uprising against the central government in 1945-1946.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135052009749,"sku":"EU21196","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/l22_mnc8310_716.jpg?v=1692908712"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-fidelity-ii-class-star-c1935-w4546rl1","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of Fidelity, Ii Class Star, C.1935","description":" (Nishan-i-Vafa). Instituted in 1919. Type VI.  In bronze and white metal, type V with state coat of arms inside the eight-pointed star insignia, measuring 81 mm, very fine.\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135241048341,"sku":"W4546.RL1","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/dscf1893_2__1.jpg?v=1692909093"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-an-agricultural-merit-medal-of-honour-w2539rl2","title":"Afghanistan. An Agricultural Merit Medal Of Honour","description":"An Afghan Agricultural Merit Medal of Honour -  In silver, 40mm, with period ribbon and broach, very fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135345348885,"sku":"W2539.RL2","price":91.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/an_afghan_agricu_548b5c0f6d9cb_1_1.jpg?v=1747324745"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-two-awards-w7732","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. Two Awards","description":"\u003cp\u003eIncludes: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Medal for Kabul 1890 (د کابل مډال ۱۸۹۰). Instituted in 1890. In bronze, measuring 315 mm (w) x 40 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring suspension, hanger bearing the royal crown and attached to its original ribbon, with an additional hanger with a loop on its reverse above, surface wear evident on both sides of the medal. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Officers' Star of Honour for the Suppression of the Northern Rebellion of Habibullah Kalakani 1929 (AKA Officers' Star of Honour for the Campaign against Bachha-i-Saqqa) (د حبیب الله کلکاني د شمالي بغاوت د ځپلو لپاره د افسر ستوری). Instituted in 1929. In silver, measuring 48 mm (w) x 58 mm (h), large ring suspension, light contact overall, without ribbon.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFine and very fine, respectively. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnotes: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. The Medal for Kabul was instituted in 1890, the awarding undetermined. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. The Officers' Star of Honour for the Suppression of the Northern Rebellion of Habibullah Kalakani 1929 (AKA Officers' Star of Honour for the Campaign against Bachha-i-Saqqa) was instituted in 1929 by Mohammed Nadir Khan and awarded to officers who had been involved in the defeat of Bacha-i-Saqao (Habibullah Kalakani). \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46415823077653,"sku":"W7732","price":131.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC9361.jpg?v=1696261999"},{"product_id":"international-an-order-of-the-star-iii-class-godet-of-berlin-manufacture-c1930-w7699","title":"International. An Order of the Star, III Class,  Godet of Berlin Manufacture, c.1930","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eNishan-i-Astour\u003c\/em\u003e). Instituted in 1920. Type III (1926-1930). Circular centrepiece in coppered bronze, mounted to an eight-pointed star base in silver, each star point with seven emanating rays, rare Godet of Berlin manufacture, measuring 80.7 mm (w) x 85.5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, loop suspension, very light contact, replacement narrow neck ribbon, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, exterior with a smooth maroon dimpled finish, maker stamped \"Godet Berlin\" on the bottom, inside lid in white cloth and bearing the coat-of-arms, base lined in white felt, with a raised platform incorporating a circular recessed medal bed, measuring 115 mm (w) x 152 mm (h) x 36 mm (d), extensive scuffing and soiling evident on the exterior, with the pin missing in one of the two hinges, case fair. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Star was instituted in 1920 and discontinued in 1973 and awarded in four grades. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47644501115157,"sku":"W7699","price":405.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC5234.jpg?v=1757098952"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-a-cased-order-of-the-star-i-class-type-i-c-1923-w8044","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. A Cased Order of the Star, I. Class. Type I. c. 1923","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Nishan-I-Astour). Instituted c. 1920. (c. 1923 issue). A breast star, constructed of silver and silver gilt, consisting of a eight-rayed star with multiple rays between each point of the star, the obverse with a central medallion in silver gilt, Type I (c. 1923) depicting the State of Arms, the reverse plain with a nut where the center applique is attached to the star, with a raised hinged, vertical pinback, and broad wire catch, unmarked, measuring 84.9 mm (w) x 84.2 mm (l). Accompanied full-length sash ribbon and presentation case, constructed of a lightweight wooden frame with a green faux leather exterior, the exterior of the lid with the State of Arms above a laurel half-wreath in golden ink, the interior of the lid lined with purple silk-like cotton, with dual exterior metal hinges, intact interior fabric hinge cover, recessed felt medal bed, and functional metal hinge, measuring 135 mm (w) x 303 mm (l), in overall near extremely fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48290013348117,"sku":"W8044","price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC7994_1d613384-e690-4ba8-9a09-441f12444634.jpg?v=1715870302"},{"product_id":"afghanistan-kingdom-an-order-of-the-star-i-class-star-boutonniere-m0704-16","title":"Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star, I Class Star Boutonniere","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Nishan-i-Astour). Instituted in 1921. Type I (1921-1923). Of European manufacture, a mulitple ray star in silver, with hand etched detailing, reverse with additional hand etching, measuring 19.8 mm (h), a fine example, extremely fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48695493525781,"sku":"M0704-16","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC4961_a643a05a-e6cb-4e23-a3af-8908fdc93e83.jpg?v=1755012482"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.emedals.com\/collections\/middle-east-afghanistan.oembed?page=2","provider":"eMedals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}