Hero of Abkhazia
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| Hero of Abkhazia | |
|---|---|
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| Type | Award |
| Presented by |  Abkhazia |
| Eligibility | Abkhazian and foreign citizens |
| First award | 4 December 1992 |
 Ribbon of the medal | |
| Related | Hero (title) |
The Hero of Abkhazia (Abkhaz: Аҧсны афырхаца, romanized: Aṕsny Afyrhaca) is a state award of the Republic of Abkhazia. The title represents the highest military distinction within the de facto state. Established on 4 December 1992 during the Georgian–Abkhaz conflict, the title is conferred for acts of valor and exceptional service to the state and may be awarded to both citizens and foreign nationals. The accompanying medal features an eight-pointed gilded star with a central solar emblem and is worn above other national decorations. In addition to individual recipients, the cities of Tkvarcheli and Gudauta have been designated as Hero Cities for their roles in the conflict.
The title and accompanying medal were established on 4 December 1992,[1] during the early stages of the Georgian–Abkhaz conflict.[2] It is awarded for acts of valor and exceptional service to the Republic of Abkhazia.[1] The distinction can be granted posthumously[3] and to foreign nationals who have contributed to Abkhazia's military efforts or national development.[1]
Description
The Hero of Abkhazia medal consists of an eight-pointed star made of gilded metal, with rays radiating from its center. A stylised convex solar emblem is featured at the center, set with a precious stone. The distance between opposing points of the star measures 35 millimeters. The reverse bears the inscription Аҧсны афырхаца, Aṕsny Afyrhaca, 'Hero of Abkhazia' in the Abkhaz language.[1]
The medal is attached by a ring and eyelet to a quadrangular mount covered in a silk moiré ribbon composed of four green and three white horizontal stripes, which reflect elements of the Abkhazian national flag. It is worn on the left side of the chest, above other state orders and medals.[1]
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