- Time Period: Post-WW2
- Institution: 23 January 1961
- Country: Luxembourg
The Order of Merit of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (or Ordre de Mérite du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg in French) is a distinguished honor established on 23 January 1961 by Grand Duchess Charlotte.
The order is open to deputies, state councillors, civil servants, elected officials, and municipal administration personnel, as well as prominent figures in the economic, social, cultural, or sports sectors, and volunteers. Additionally, it can be awarded to foreign nationals.
The order’s Grand Master is the Grand Duke of Luxembourg. In addition to its five classes, the order also includes a gilt medal.
The order comprises five grades:
Grand Cross
Grand Officer
Commander
Officer
Knight
The Order of Merit of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg Design
The Grand Officer and Commander ranks are identical, but only the Grand Officer is accompanied by a Breast Star. There is at least one other version that differs in composition.
