Nepal, Federal Democratic Republic. A Most Puissant Order of the Gorkha Dakshina Bahu, I Class Star, c.1960

Multi-piece construction, silver gilt with deep red enamels, stamped "NEPAL" on the reverse, 75 mm, vertical pinback, chipping evident in the deep red enamels at 4 o'clock, near extremely fine.

Footnote: The Most Puissant Order of the Gorkha Dakshina Bahu (Order of the Gurkha Right Arm or Hand) is an order of knighthood of Nepal. It is one of the highest honours given traditionally by the king, and now, the president. It can be awarded to both the military and civilians, including foreign nationals, in five classes, for the distinguished contribution to the country in the field of arts, literature, sports, science, and social service. The order was first instituted by King Prithvi Bir Bikram Shah Dev in 1896. The order was later revived and reformed on September 7, 1932 by King Tribhuvan Bir Bikram Shah Dev.