Iran, Pahlavi Dynasty. An Order Of Homayoun, Bronze Grade Medal

(دستور همایون). Instituted in 1939. In bronze gilt, unmarked, measuring 33 mm in diameter, suspended from an elongated loop, original ribbon with dual prong pinback, in its original white cardboard box of issue with paper wrapper, inscription in black ink on the lid, near mint.

Footnote: The Order of Homayoun was originally instituted as the Order of the Lion and Sun under the Qajar dynasty in 1808. The Order was re-established as the Order of Homayoun, or Order of August or of Light, by Reza the Great, founder of the Pahlavi dynasty, by firman on February 15, 1939. The Order was presented in five classes to senior government officers and foreigners as Iran's third highest honour. The Emperor of Iran was entitled to award the Order in any class on New Years Day in recognition of service made to the advancement of culture, literature, or fine arts, service which promotes the development of the nation, selfless and altruistic aid or financial assistance during times of natural disasters or emergency, substantial innovations, or service provided to the community through charitable organizations. The Order of Homayoun was awarded in five grades: I Class Exceptional Class, II Class Exceptional Class, III Class Commander, IV Class Officer and V Class Knight, along with I Class Gold, II Class Silver and II Class Bronze Grade medals.