Order of Prince Danilo I


The Order of Prince Danilo I is an order, formerly of the Principality and later Kingdom, of Montenegro; it is currently a dynastic order granted by the head of the House of Petrović-Njegoš, Crown Prince Nicholas. It is awarded to prominent champions of the preservation of Montenegrin independence and for other humanitarian, scientific, artistic and pro-social achievements as defined by statute.
Alterations were made to the appearance of the original decoration created by Prince Danilo, and during the rule of King Nikola I Petrović Njegoš the order underwent two restructurings. During the first restructuring in 1861, three classes were introduced, while in the second restructuring, in 1873, an additional fourth class was added, so that not only is there a star in the 1st class but also a 2nd class with star was introduced. By 1922, the order consisted of five classes: Knight Grand Cross, Knight Grand Officer, Knight Commander, Knight, and Cross of Merit.
Although no longer a state order, prominent Montenegrin officials—including President Filip Vujanović—have been appointed to the order.

Grades

  • Knight Grand Cross
  • Knight Grand Officer
  • Knight Commander
  • Knight
  • Cross of Merit

Notable recipients

Under the Monarchy

Post-Monarchy

Officers of the order

Other members of unknown rank