Nishan-i-Phul

Nishan-i-Phul was an order conferred by the Maharaja of Patiala.

Description

Like the rulers of Jind and Nabha, the Maharaja of Patiala also claimed descent from Phul. As such, they were collectively referred to as the Phulkian states. Ala Singh, the progenitor of the Patiala royal family, was a grandson of Phul. The order takes its name from the founding father of the dynasty.
This order was instituted by Bhupinder Singh around 1911. It was conferred upon male members of the Phulkian dynasty. The Order comprises two classes: First and Second. It bore the following inscription in Gurmukhi script: Tera Ghar Mera Aseh.
It was manufactured by the London-based jewellers Garrard & Co. Limited. Bhagwan Singh Harika was awarded it in October 1934. Sardar Narain Singh also received the order in recognition of his loyal service and the merits of his family.