The Order of the Republika Srpska (Serbian: Орден Републике Српске) is the Republika Srpska's highest award. It can be awarded to any head of state, "exceptional person", or institution in recognition of "excellent work strengthening the national consciousness [regarding] the fight for freedom", or to persons who made significant contributions to the creation of the Republika Srpska. Established on April 25, 1993 by an order from the National Assembly of Republika Srpska. The medal may be awarded on a necklace or strips with the order star worn on the breast. The right to grant the award is the sole privilege of the President of Republika Srpska. The order can be awarded in three forms; the Order insignia, the Order necklace, and the Order star. Source: Wikipedia (en)