Order of Ivory Merit


The Order of Ivory Merit is the second highest honorary order of the Ivory Coast created in 1970, and is intended to reward distinguished merits acquired in a public, civil, military or private function.

History

The Order was established on 11 September 1970, replacing the Medal of National Merit. The President of the Republic is Grand Master of the Order.

Grades

The order does have five levels, of which 3 grades and 2 dignities:
The badge of the order is a five-pointed green star that is placed on an inverted five-pointed white star. The obverse central disc of the badge is a gold medallion that features an elephant in the middle with two palm branches on both sides. The disc is surrounded by a red enamel ring with the motto "IVOIRIAN MERIT" in French. There is an elevation in the form of two golden palm leaves with white veins.
The star of the Order has long golden or silver rays and no laurel wreath. The badge is placed in the middle of the star.
The ribbon is yellow with a wide green center line and narrower side stripes.