State Medal of Distinguished Service


State Medal of Distinguished Service is one of the three civil state decorations of Turkey. The medal was established on October 24, 1983 with the Law on Medals and Orders, Act No. 2933. It is rewarded to Turkish citizens, foreigners and organizations for distinguished service in contribution to the emerge of Turkish State through generous action, self-sacrifice, accomplishment or merit at home or abroad.
The medal is bestowed by the President of Turkey upon cabinet's approval of the proposal of a government minister, the speaker of the parliament or the chief of general staff.
To the medal belong a lapel pin and a certificate.

Design

The medal has an oval form and is long. It is of gold plated metal. The medal's front depicts the Turkish moon and crescent with the initials "T.C." in relief. The reverse depicts relevant symbols and motifs with the inscription "T.C. Devlet Şeref Madalyası". The medal is attached to a ribbon
The medal's lapel pin is in a rectangular form of. It depicts a composition in red and white with the initials "T.C." made of enamel on gold plate.
The medal and the lapel pin are minted at the national mint and printer.

Notable recipients