| Order of the Solomon Islands | |
|---|---|
| Type | Order |
| Awarded for | Contribution and dedication of time, energy and resources to advance the well being of the people of Solomon Islands |
| Country |  Solomon Islands |
| Post-nominals | various according to grade |
| Established | 1981 |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | None |
The Order of the Solomon Islands is the Order of Merit of the Solomon Islands. It was established under Royal Warrant in 1981 and amended on 5 October 1982.[1] It is composed of three grades:
- Star of Solomon Islands (SSI)
- Cross of the Solomon Islands (CSI)
- Solomon Islands Medal (SIM)
This order is awarded to civilians or members of the armed forces, when a courageous act is involved.
References
- ↑ "Orders, Decorations and Medals - Medals by Country - Medals of Solomon Islands". Jeanpaulleblanc.com. Archived from the original on 2011-08-14. Retrieved 2018-06-15.
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