Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star, Ii Class Grand Officer Sash, C.1928 Archive angled straps on either side

angled straps on either side on the reverse for placement upon a waist belt

he was transferred to the Westcliffe Eye and Ear Hospital at Folkestone

Constructed of black wool with copper-brown piping

Bronze Medal

four slots cut into both the red and white cotton on the back behind the insignia

Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star, Ii Class Grand Officer Sash, C.1928 Archive angled straps on either side(Nishan i Astour). Instituted 1901. 1926 1929 issue. A period and original sash of local manufacture, measuring 67 cm (l) x 11 cm (w), worn, remains good fine. Footnote: The Order of the Star (Nishan i Astour) was established by Amir Abdu'r Rahman around 1901. The Order originally awarded in a single class in recognition of faithful service provided to the nation. The Order was later modified and expanded into 4 Classes by King Muhammad Zahir Shah.