United States: California Order of California (CAOC). Type III

The Order of California was instituted on 25 September 1978. Initially it was a 'Ribbon' only award

In 1980, a medal (a gilt and enamel neck pendant) was introduced

The current (III Type insignia) was introduced in 1990

The 'Order' here offered is a large gilt neck pendant badge, fitted with a full length silk neck cravat riband with press stud fittings, and as issued

The California National Guard Order of California (CAOC). It is awarded to personnel of the California National Guard,State Military Reserve, or Naval Militia who has distinguished himself or herself by exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding service to the state of California or the United States in a position of great responsibility. The performance of duty must have been such as to be within the parameters of a special requirement or of an extremely difficult duty performed in an outstanding manner

The California National Guard Order of California can also be earned by civilians and members of other military services who meet the criteria

Recipients can be awarded subsequent additional awards, which are denoted by the award of bronze, silver and gold oakleaf clusters worn on the service riband

Condition: EF

Code: 23702