Syria, Republic. An Order of Civil Merit of the Syrian Arab Republic, II Class Set

Instituted in 1953. The badge in silver, a five point star in white and green enamels with a silver border, superimposed on a disk attached to a laurel wreath suspension, reverse Arabic inscription, on original striped ribbon, inclusive of suspension 61.5 mm (h) x 43.4 mm (w), on neck ribbon, enamels intact, very fine condition. Accompanied by the breast star in silver, five point base, each point consisting of five rays, the obverse centerpiece featuring a five point star in white and green enamels with a silver border, superimposed on a gilt disk, reverse pin assembly, 80 mm (h) x 78 mm (w), some gilt wear, enamels intact, better than very fine. Housed in the original case of issue, marked ARTHUS BERTRAND, PARIS, very fine condition. 

Footnote: The Order of Civil Merit of the Syrian Arab Republic was instituted on 25 June 1953 and is awarded for service to the state or to the Arab cause.