Awards of Kazakhstan

Hi,

In September 2006, as I was flying through Kazakhstan with Air Astana from Almaty to Astana, I had the surprise and pleasure to see a very nice cover of magazine in my seat : the inflight magazine "World Discovery Kazakhstan".

This magazine was largely dedicated to Kazakhstan awards, with an article : "The National Awards of the Republic of Kazakhstan".

This article mentioned the editorial staff had the opportunity to visit the Kazakh Mint in Ust-Kamenogorsk.
The pictures, by Dmitriy Podlipayev and Nikolay Postnikov are superb.

I have scanned them, and will post them here. That's the first time I have seen so good pics of Kazakhstan's awards.

I start here with the cover of the inflight review.

Enjoy!!!!

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Close-up pic of the cover : the Order of Barys (Panther) - detail of the Order of 1st Class.

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Title Halyk Kaharmany (National Hero).

Instituted in 1993. Awarded for Merit in the Republic of Kazakhstan, civil and military feats in the name of freedom and independance of the country. Persons awarded with this Title also receive the Golden Star and Order of Otan.

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Order of Altyn Kyran (Golden Eagle)

Instituted in 1995. awarded for high national merit. The award consists of a star and a symbol on a pendant.

Here is the "symbol".

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Order of Altyn Kyran (Golden Eagle)

The Star.

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Order of Barys (Panther)

Instituted in 1999. Awarded for special merit : in the consolidation of the state system and the sovereignty of the Republic of Kazakhstan; in securing peace, the consolidation of society and the unity of nationalities of Kazakhstan; the state, production, scientific, social and ciultural activity; in the consolidation of cooperation between nations, the approach and mutual enrichment of national cultures, friendly relations between states. The Order of Barys has 3 categories. The Order of Barys of 1st Class consists of a star and a symbol on a shoulder ribbon.

Here is the Star.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Order of Barys (Panther)

The symbol on the shoulder ribbon (1st Class).

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Bonjour,

Order of Barys (Panther)

Neck Ribbon (2nd Class).

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Order of Barys (Panther)

3rd Class.

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Order of Aibyn (Valor)

Instituted in 1995. Awarded to personnel of the Armed Forces, other security and military units, as well as officials of the prosecutor's office, national security, internal Affairs and others for demonstrating merit in combat training, ethe maintenance of a high level of alertness and learning new military technology, the protection of legality and public order; for courage and selflessness in performing official and military duties, as well as for feats when protecting the country's interests.
There are three classes. The first two types of the "Aibyn" decoration are conferred on junior and senior officers. The 3rd Class is given to soldiers, sailors, sergeants, first sergeants, ensigns and warrant officers.

Here is the 1st Class Order.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Order of Aibyn (Valor)

2nd Class Order.

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Order of Aibyn (Valor)

3rd Class Order.

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

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Order of Dank (Glory)

Instituted in 1993. Awarded to high-ranking officers in the armed forces, security forces and the supervisory personnel of the Prosecutor's office, national security agencies, Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and others, for merits in the command of troops for a high alertness and national defense; for good military organization abilities, for forder and internal service, for guaranteeing national security, enforcement of law and protection of the public order... The Order of Dank has 2 categories. The Order of Barys of 1st Class consists of a star and a symbol on a shoulder ribbon.

Here is the Star.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Christophe,

Many thanks for showing these awards - Not my proverbial cup of tea but it's good to know they exist and what they look like and why they are awarded !

Cheers,
Hendrik

Hendrik,

Thanks for your nice comments. More orders and medals to come...

Cheers.

Ch.

Order of Dank (Glory)

The symbol on the shoulder ribbon (1st Class).

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Order of Dank (Glory)

2nd Class Order.

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Order of Dostyk (Friendship)

Instituted in 1995. Awarded for productive work on the preservation of mutual consent, merit in the consolidation of peace, friendship and cooperation between nations. The Order of Dostyk has 2 categories. The Order of Dostyk of 1st Class consists of a star and a symbol on a shoulder ribbon.

Here is the Star.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Order of Dostyk (Friendship)

The symbol on the shoulder ribbon (1st Class).

Please, note the closeness in style of the ribbon with the one of the USSR Order of Friendship among Nations.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Order of Dostyk (Friendship)

The symbol on the shoulder ribbon (1st Class). Close-up pic.

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Order of Dostyk (Friendship)

2nd Class Order.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Order of Parassat (Nobility)

Instituted in 1993. Awarded to individuals who are figures in science and culture, literature and art, as well as statesmen and individuals who have contributed a lot to the development and enrichment of the spiritual and intellectual potential of the Republic. Also awarded for activism in defending human rights and social interests.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Order of Otan (Motherland)

Instituted in 1993. Awarded to individuals for special merit in state and social activity in the development of the economy, in the social sector, in science and culture, public, law and military service, and the development of democracy and social progress.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Order of Kurmet (Honor)

Instituted in 1993. Awarded to citizens for showing merit in the development of the economy, the social sector, the sciences, culture, education, and for exemplary service at public agencies and social activism.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Honorary title "Kazakhstannin Yenbek Sinirgen Kairatkeri" (Honored Worker of Kazakhstan)

Instituted in 1993. Awarded to prominent state and public figures, representatives of science, culture, art, manufacturing and the social sector for great merit in the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Honorary Title "Kazakhstannin Garyshker-Ushkishi" (Space Pilot of Kazakhstan)

Instituted in 1993. Awarded to individuals that have successfully accomplished the program of space flight, that have achieved the scientific, technical, research and practical goals set before them.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Altyn Alka Pendant (Golden Pendant) and Kumys Alka Pendant (Silver Pendant)

Instituted in 1993.
The Golden Pendant is awarded to the mothers that have given birth and raised ten or more children.
The Silver Pendant to mothers that have given birth and raised eight or nine children.

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Yerligi Ushin Medal (For Courage)

Instituted in 1993. Awarded to citizens for having courage and selflessness shown in extreme situations, for saving human lives and in the fight against crime.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Yeren Yenbegi Ushin Medal (For Labour Merit)

Instituted in 1993. Awarded to citizens for excellence at work in economics, social sector, sciences, culture and in public service.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Zhauyngerlik Yerligi Ushin Medal (For Military Valor)

Instituted in 1995. Awarded to people serving in the armed forces, the Republican Guard, the Presidential Guard Service, the National and Border Guard, as well as the employees of the Prosecutor's Office and the National Security Service for proactive and brave actions in battle, actions that help to successfully achieve battle objectives, proactive actions in the fight against crime, courage proven in the defense of state frontiers and achievements during the military service.

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Shapagat Medal (For Mercy)

Instituted in 1993. Awarded to citizens for active and productive charitable activities and mercy.

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Anniversary Medal for 10th Anniversary of Kazakhstan's Sovereignty

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Awards of the Central Asian Geographic Society

These are not official awards. But somewhere, World Discovery Kazakhstan seems to be related to this Society. So at the end of the article, they showed these awards. Here they are :

Order of the Central Asian Geographic Society

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Medal of the Central Asian Geographic Society (1st Class)

Cheers.

Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Medal of the Central Asian Geographic Society (2nd Class)

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Medal of the Central Asian Geographic Society (3rd Class)

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Ch.

Pic : Dmitriy Podlipayev / Nikolay Postnikov - World Discovery Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan is really very proud of its awards.
Kazakh awards are currently displayed on totems / panels in the streets of Astana, the new capital of Kazakhstan.

Cheers.

Ch.

Close-up pic, with the Order of Barys (Panther) displayed.

Cheers.

Ch.