Qajar Era, Imperial Order of the Lion and the Sun, Commander Badge. In silver, with enamelled centre and green enamel between rays of badge. Original Well executed hand painted center medallion of Lion and Sun. The Imperial Order of the Lion and the Sun was instituted by Fat'h Ali Shah of the Qajar Dynasty in 1808 to honor foreign officials and later extended to Persians who had rendered distinguished services to Persia. Some minor enamel damage between rays. Over-all a fine piece, nicely preserved.