Ribbon: Red with narrow horizontal stripes.
Instituted: 13 September 1862.
Awarded: For meritorious civil and diplomatic service.
Grades: 5 (Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight) and two medals.
| 1st Type |
2nd Type for Madagascans |
2nd Type for Forigners |
| Grand Cross: Badge |
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| Grand Cross: Star |
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| Grand Officer: Badge |
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| Grand Officer: Star |
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| Commander |
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| Officer |
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| Knight |
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| Gold Medal |
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| Silver Medal |
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