- Time Period: Post-WW2 Period
- Year of Institution: 19 September 2003
- Country: Republic of The Philippines
The Order of Gabriela Silang (or Orden ni Gabriela Silang in Filipino) stands as an exclusive all-female order within the Philippines, honoring the legacy of the esteemed Philippine national heroine, Gabriela Silang.
The distinction was named in honor of María Josefa Gabriela Cariño Silang , an 18th-century Filipino revolutionary and independence activist against Spanish colonizers, recognized as a national hero of the Philippines. Today, it is awarded to the spouses of heads of state or government, natives and foreigners.
This distinguished order comprises a single class, bestowed upon the spouses of heads of state and/or government, regardless of nationality, showcasing the significance of their contributions to society.
The Order of Gabriela Silang Design
Made of gold-plated silver, the order’s badge has the shape of an eight-rayed star with an inner medallion surrounded by stylized rays in the shape of rice leaves, on which the stylized letters “G” and “S” are placed. The inner medallion is enameled in white and the letters are gilded.
The ribbon of the Order of Gabriela Silang is adorned with vibrant hues of red, accented by striking borders in yellow and blue, symbolizing courage, unity, and loyalty.
