#53 • France, Colonial Morocco - Order Of Ouissam Alaouite - Officer

Part of British & World Medals (live auction by Bannerman Auctions)

High bid $90.00

Status: Sold

France, Colonial Morocco - Order Of Ouissam Alaouite - Officer French Protectorate of Morocco - Order Of Ouissam Alaouite, 4th Class (Officer). Medal exhibits slight surface wear with some enamel loss on reverse of central medallion. Medal is in fine condition and presents correct ribbon. Estimate: $150 - $250 Historical Background: The Order of Ouissam Alaouite is a Moroccan honor established on January 11, 1913, by the Alaouite dynasty, replacing the earlier Order of Ouissam Hafidien. It was instituted during the French Protectorate era as a way to acknowledge loyalty to the Alaouite dynasty and remains one of Morocco's premier honors today. The decoration is awarded for displaying heroism in combat or contributing meritorious service to the Moroccan state. The order is awarded in five classes: Grand Cordon, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer, and Knight. The specific medal referenced is the "Officer" grade, one of the middle ranks of the decoration. It was historically associated with France's colonial period in Morocco, as indicated by the "Colonial Morocco" designation, and was often awarded to diplomats, military leaders, and other national contributors. Since Moroccan independence in 1956, the Order has remained currently constituted and is awarded by the King of Morocco, King Mohammed VI.