Lebanon, Republic. A National Order Of The Cedar, Third Class Commander, by Huguenin

(Ordre National du Cèdre / wisam al'arz alwatanii / وسام الأرز الوطني). Instituted in 1936. Type II (Post 1943). In silver gilt with red, white, green and brown enamels, marked "0.925" (silver) on the reverse of the integral suspension, measuring 61.33 mm (w) x 75.5 mm (h- inclusive of its wreath), on original ribbon, with minor enamel loss, remains very fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, maroon dimpled exterior, lid with the Lebanon cedar tree insignia in gold-coloured ink, inside lid in white satin and maker marked "HUGUENIN / LE LOCALE/SUISSE", base with a raised platform in white felt and recessed, very fine. 

Footnote: The National Order of the Cedar was instituted on December 31, 1936 and is awarded for services to Lebanon, acts of courage and public service, in five grades: Grand Cordon, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight.