Egypt, Kingdom. An Order of the Republic, II Class, Grand Cordon Set, c. 1975

Instituted in 1953. Type II (1972-). The Badge in silver gilt and bronze, consisting of a ten-pointed base, superimposed on a five-pointed star in blue enamel, decorated with Islamic inscriptions, the obverse centerpiece bearing the word REPUBLIC in Arabic, inclusive of eagle suspension 83.1 mm (h) x 62.4 mm (w), mark denoting Cairo manufacture on the reverse, worn on green sash ribbon with yellow and red stripes along the sides, enamels intact, extremely fine. Accompanied by the Star of the Order, consisting of a ten-pointed base, superimposed on a five-pointed star in blue enamel, decorated with Islamic inscriptions, the obverse centerpiece bearing the word REPUBLIC in Arabic, enamels intact, measuring 88 mm in diameter, reverse pin back flanked by dual prongs, extremely fine. In its hardshell case, marked MAISON TEWFIK BICHAY, white satin interior, white velvet medal bed, extremely fine. 

Footnote: The Order of the Republic was established in 1953 and was awarded for valuable services to Egypt. The Grand Cordon is granted to the ministers or those in their position, and they receive it directly from the President whenever possible.