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Auction: 21001 - Orders, Decorations and Medals (conducted behind closed doors)
Lot: 1017

International, Nishan al Afrikiya, a full set of Insignia, comprising Collar Chain, Badge and Breast Star, gilt and enamel; Medal of 'Mars in the West', Badge detached from Collar on first, very fine (4)

The Nishan al Afrikiya (Caliphate Order) was instituted circa 2009 by Prince Osman Rifat Ibrahim, a grandson of the last Ottoman Caliph. Research suggests 5 sets of Insignia were manufactured in Portugal, whilst the inscription shown translates as 'And there is no victory (winner) but God'.

The inscription upon the Medal translates as 'The Red Planet of/in the West'.

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Sold for
£260

Starting price
£40