Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star, Ii Class Grand Officer Sash, C.1928 Archive A BEM Second War Group

A BEM Second War Group to Atkinson -British Empire Medal (B

the Legion of Spanish War Veterans and other smaller organizations

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

the MC with its hardshelled case of issue

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

Afghanistan, Kingdom. An Order Of The Star, Ii Class Grand Officer Sash, C.1928 Archive A BEM Second War Group(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.