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Order of the Golden Ark
The Order of the Golden Ark was established on 10 July 1971 to honour individuals who have rendered outstanding service to the conservation of the Earth’s flora and fauna. The Order comprises three ranks: Commander, Officer and Knight.
The Order of the Golden Ark was struck at the Royal Mint.
General
| Start date | 1971 |
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| Material | gold; gold-plated silver; enamel |
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Background
| Institutional decision | Decision of 10 July 1971 |
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| Objective | Established as a reward for individuals who have rendered outstanding service to the conservation of flora and fauna on Earth. |
| (Historical) context | Established by Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands in his capacity as Chairman of the World Wildlife Fund. |
| Producer | The Royal Mint |
| Bibliography | Orders and Decorations of the Netherlands, 119–120 |
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