Order of Ismail, Commander

CATEGORY: Version

SKU: 01.EGY.0105.105.01.000

Estimated market value:

$2500+ USD

  • Commander Obverse
  • Commander Obverse
  • Commander Obverse Detail
  • Commander Reverse
  • Commander Reverse Detail

Estimated market value:

$2500+ USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Egypt
  • Composition
    Silver/Gold/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: [ARABIC INSCRIPTION]
  • Size
    60x83mm
  • Version Remarks
    The reverse features the maker's mark "LATTES."
  • Image Licensing
    https://www.emedals.com/africa/egypt/egypt-kingdom-an-order-of-ismail-in-gold-1st-class-commander-by-j-lattes-c-1925

Physical Description and Item Details


An absolutely outstanding commander's cross in Gold, with exquisite enamel work, five blue enameled arms with hand etched gold details and enameled ball finials, a green and black enameled laurels surrounded a blue centre, crown suspension in Gold with red and blue enamel finishes, measuring 60.3 mm (w) x 82.5 mm (h - inclusive of suspension and loop), well hallmarked on reverse, suspension, suspension loop, crown reverse for 18k Gold, Stork symbolizing Gold Manufacture, and Date Letter "A" 1925-26), on old ribbon, remains in near mint condition. Housed in original case of issue, leather bound and embossed in gold, interior lid displaying the manufacture J.Lattes, Cairo, case in fine condition.


History


The Order of Ismail was instituted between 1915 and 1922 and is named in commemoration of the Viceroy and Khedive of Egypt, Ismail Pasha, who reigned between 1863 and 1979 and who constructed the Suez Canal. The Order of Ismail is bestowed upon Egyptian nationals and foreigners in recognition of chivalrous and honourable services provided to the throne. The Order became obsolete following the establishment of the Republic of Egypt in 1953.

The Order is composed of 4 classes. The Commander was limited to 150 members.

The Commander features an obverse Arabic inscription which translates to "Order of Ismail.

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